Quest Daily CA Quiz 10-07-2026

Quest Daily CA Quiz 10-07-2026

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  1. Question 1: The Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanisation (SMAM), recently highlighted by the Government, seeks to improve farm productivity by promoting mechanisation across different stages of crop production. However, the extent of mechanisation varies considerably among agricultural operations. Arrange the following agricultural operations in India in decreasing order of mechanisation (highest to lowest): 1. Seedbed preparation 2. Sowing wheat 3. Harvesting and threshing in rice and wheat 4. Planting/Transplanting in sugarcane Select the correct answer using the code below:

    • 1 – 2 – 3 – 4
    • 2 – 1 – 3 – 4
    • 1 – 3 – 2 – 4
    • 1 – 2 – 3 – 4

  2. Question 2: With reference to recent initiatives in the fisheries sector, match List-I with List-II. List-I List-II A. Letter of Authorisation (LoA) 1. Conservation and management measures for high-seas fisheries B. ReALCraft Portal 2. Digital registration and monitoring of fishing vessels C. Regional Fisheries Management Organisations 3. Sustainable high-seas fishing by Indian vessels Select the correct answer using the code below: (a) A-3, B-2, C-1 (b) A-2, B-3, C-1 (c) A-3, B-1, C-2 (d) A-1, B-3, C-2

    • A-3, B-2, C-1
    • A-2, B-3, C-1
    • A-3, B-1, C-2
    • A-1, B-3, C-2

  3. Question 3: With reference to the normal onset of the Southwest Monsoon in India, consider the following pairs: Region Normal Date of Onset 1. Kerala 1 June 2. Odisha Coast 12 June 3. Delhi 27 June 4. Western Rajasthan 8 July How many of the above pairs are not correctly matched?

    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • None

  4. Question 4: Consider the following statements about India - Australia relations: 1. Australia is India's largest trading partner. 2. India and Australia are members of both the Quad and the Commonwealth. 3. Australia is a major supplier of critical minerals such as lithium, nickel and cobalt to India. 4. AUSINDEX is a bilateral naval exercise between India and Australia. How many of the above statements is/are correct?

    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • 4

  5. Question 5: With reference to the provisions made under the National Food Security Act, 2013, consider the following statements: 1. The responsibility for the identification of beneficiaries rests with the State Governments. 2. It provides for the constitution of a State Food Commission in each State. 3. It provides for the Mid-Day Meal Scheme in schools. Which one of the following conclusions based on the above statements is correct?

    • All the three statements are correct.
    • There are two correct statements that include statement 2.
    • There is only one correct statement.
    • There is no correct statement.

  6. Question 6: Which of the following are the causes behind Antimicrobial Resistance? 1. Overuse, misuse, and improper use of antimicrobials. 2. Using narrow-spectrum antibiotics over broad-spectrum antibiotics. 3. Dumping of inadequately treated effluents from the pharmaceutical industry. 4. Poor sanitation and hygiene force the extended use of antimicrobials. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    • 1 and 2 only
    • 1 and 4 only
    • 1,3 and 4
    • 2,3and 4

  7. Question 7: Which one of the following correctly matches the repatriated antiquity with its place of origin? Antiquity Place of Origin 1. Nandi Idol Sri Kasiswanathaswamy Temple, Kollumangudi 2. Metal Trident with Bhadrakali Naganathaswamy Temple, Thanjavur 3. Six-headed Karthikeya Sri Kasiswanathaswamy Temple, Kollumangudi Select the correct answer using the code below:

    • 1 only
    • 1 and 3
    • 2 and 3
    • 1,2and 3

  8. Question 8: Consider the following statements regarding the Line of Control (LoC): 1. It was formally established under the Simla Agreement. 2. It is an internationally recognised boundary between India and Pakistan. 3. It broadly follows the former Ceasefire Line established after the 1948 conflict. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    • 1 and 3 only
    • 2 only
    • 1 and 2 only
    • 1,2 and 3

  9. Question 9: Which one of the following best describes a Global Capability Centre (GCC)?

    • A centre established by a multinational enterprise to undertake manufacturing and export-oriented production in another country.
    • A centre established by a multinational enterprise to perform strategic functions such as research, engineering, analytics, and digital innovation.
    • A centre established by a government to promote technology development, startup incubation, and industrial innovation within the country.
    • A centre established by an international organisation to provide technical assistance and capacity-building support to member countries

  10. Question 10: Consider the following statements regarding cancer in humans: Statement I: Cancer is not transmitted through casual person-to-person contact. Statement II: Transferred cancer cells are normally destroyed by the recipient's immune system. Statement III: Most cancers do not spread through activities such as touching, kissing, or sharing meals because they are not caused by infectious agents. Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?

    • Both Statement II and Statement III are correct, and both of them explain Statement I
    • Both Statement II and Statement III are correct, but only one of them explains Statement I
    • Only one of the Statements II and III is correct, and that explains Statement I
    • Neither Statement II nor Statement III are correct