TNPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS (ENGLISH) – 20.11.2025

SUBJECT: POLITY

The Supreme Court invalidated several provisions of the 2021 Act, citing violation of separation of powers and judicial independence.
Challenged aspects include the four-year tenure for tribunal members, age limit of 50 years, and excessive executive control in appointments.
The court mandated formation of a National Tribunal Commission within four months to oversee tribunal administration and ensure merit-based selections.
It restored safeguards from the Madras Bar Association case, emphasizing fixed tenures and independence from legislative overrides.
Concepts: Basic structure doctrine protects judicial independence; Articles 323A and 323B outline tribunal powers but subordinate to constitutional courts.
Implications for UPSC: Highlights tensions between executive efficiency and judicial autonomy in administrative adjudication.

SUBJECT: DEFENCE

Defence production reached an all-time high of Rs 1.54 lakh crore, driven by indigenization efforts and policy reforms.
Exports surged, contributing to self-reliance under Atmanirbhar Bharat, with increased private sector participation.
Key factors include positive indigenization lists banning imports and incentives for MSMEs in defence manufacturing.
The budget allocation rose from Rs 2.53 lakh crore in 2013-14 to Rs 6.81 lakh crore in 2025-26, boosting R&D and production.
Concepts: Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020 promotes strategic partnerships and technology transfers.
This milestone reduces import dependence, enhances national security, and positions India as a global defence exporter.
Future focus: Expanding collaborations for advanced systems like drones and AI-integrated weaponry.

PRIME MINISTER INAUGURATES SOUTH INDIA NATURAL FARMING SUMMIT IN COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU

SUBJECT: NATIONAL

PM Narendra Modi launched the summit to promote sustainable agriculture, urging adoption of natural farming models.
Emphasis on “One Acre, One Season” approach to boost soil health, reduce chemical inputs, and enhance farmer incomes in Tamil Nadu.
The event highlights Tamil Nadu’s role in scaling natural farming, aligning with national goals for chemical-free produce by 2025.
Discussions covered bio-inputs, market linkages, and integration with schemes like Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana.
Concepts: Article 48A directs state policy towards agriculture and animal husbandry protection; connects to environmental sustainability under SDG 2.
Tamil Nadu benefits through skill training for farmers and promotion of local varieties, fostering rural economy.
Aims to position India as a global leader in natural farming, addressing climate resilience in southern states.

SUBJECT: ECONOMY

The state government partnered with ANSR to draw investments in IT, engineering, and innovation hubs.
Focus on creating high-skill jobs, enhancing Tamil Nadu’s ecosystem for global corporations in Chennai and other cities.
Initiative targets next-wave GCCs, leveraging the state’s talent pool and infrastructure for sectors like fintech and AI.
Expected outcomes include increased FDI, technology transfer, and economic multipliers through ancillary services.
Concepts: Ease of Doing Business reforms under state industrial policies; aligns with national Production Linked Incentive schemes.
Builds on Tamil Nadu’s existing GCC strengths, aiming for 20% growth in employment and exports.
Supports regional development by integrating with SIPCOT parks and skill programs.

SUBJECT: ECONOMY

WPI deflation driven by sharp drops in food prices, including pulses (-16.5%) and vegetables (-35%).
Overall index stood at 154.8, reflecting eased input costs amid favorable monsoons and supply chain improvements.
Retail CPI inflation at 0.25%, indicating controlled inflationary pressures for consumers.
Implications for RBI: Provides space for monetary policy adjustments to support growth amid global uncertainties.
Concepts: WPI measures wholesale price changes, influencing producer costs; links to fiscal-monetary coordination under FRBM Act.
Positive for manufacturing and exports, but risks from volatile food prices highlight need for agri-supply reforms.
Contributes to stable economic environment, with projections for FY26 GDP growth around 7%.