Quest Daily CA Quiz 04-11-2025

2025-11-04

Test your knowledge with today's current affairs

1. Question 1: With reference to Biofortification, consider the following statements: I. It is the process of enhancing macronutrient content like vitamins and minerals in food crops through breeding or biotechnology. II. Popular biofortified crops include Golden Rice, Zinc-rich Wheat, Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato, and Iron & Zinc-rich Pearl Millet. III. It involves approaches such as Recombinant DNA technology, CRISPR-based genome editing, and direct gene transfer methods. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

   • I and II only
   • II and III only
   • I, II and III only
   • None of the above

2. Question 2: Consider the following statements regarding "Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA)"? I. DTAA is a tax treaty signed between two or more countries to avoid double taxation for taxpayers who reside in one country and earn income in another. II. Its key objective is that tax-payers in these countries can avoid being taxed twice for the same income. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

   • I only
   • II only
   • Both I and II
   • Neither I nor II

3. Question 3: With respect to the High Seas Treaty, consider the following statements: I. It is a legally binding treaty established under the framework of UNCLOS. II. It is the first legally binding international instrument aimed at protecting marine biodiversity in international waters III. Major maritime powers like the United States, China, and Russia, which have yet to ratify it. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

   • Only one
   • Only two
   • All three
   • None

4. Question 4: The frequent earthquakes in Afghanistan are mainly due to its location at the convergence of which of the following tectonic plates?

   • Pacific, Eurasian, and African plates
   • Indian, Eurasian, and Arabian plates
   • Indo-Australian, Pacific, and Arabian plates
   • Indian, Pacific, and African plates

5. Question 5: With respect to the Biosphere Reserve, consider the following statements: I. Biosphere Reserves are established under the provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. II. They ensure in-situ conservation under natural conditions for long-term protection of plants, animals, and microorganisms. III. The three main zones- Core, Buffer, and Transition- are all strictly restricted for human activities. Select the incorrect answer using the code given below.

   • I only
   • I and II only
   • I, II and III.
   • I and III only