A city replaces sodium-vapour streetlights with high-intensity white LEDs while retaining the same number of fixtures and extending their operating hours throughout the night. Which one of the following is the most appropriate inference?

Light pollution is likely to decline because LED lighting generally requires less electricity.

Wildlife impacts may remain limited because the number of lighting fixtures has not changed.

Skyglow is likely to reduce because LED lighting allows improved control over light distribution.

Light pollution may increase depending on the brightness, spectrum and design of the lighting system.

Engineers identify two possible dam sites on the same river. Site I: Wide valley with low relief developed over an ancient craton. Site II: Narrow gorge in a rapidly uplifting fold mountain belt. Ignoring economic considerations, which inference is the most appropriate?

Site II offers higher hydropower potential but requires greater geological risk assessment.

Site I is more susceptible to landslides because of its wider valley floor.

Site II is likely to receive less sediment because of its confined channel.

Site I is more prone to reservoir-induced seismicity due to its stable crust.

China recently successfully recovered a reusable launch vehicle on a sea-floating platform. In this context, consider the following statements: Statement-I: Landing a reusable booster on a sea-based platform can expand recovery options for rockets launched on different trajectories. Statement-II: Sea-based recovery eliminates the need for the booster to perform controlled descent and landing manoeuvres. Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect

Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct

Consider the following statements with reference to Gaganyaan Crew Module tests of ISRO: Statement I: The service module is separated from the crew module before atmospheric re-entry. Statement II: The service module is retained during atmospheric re-entry to provide electrical power to the crew module. Statement III: The separation sequence is designed primarily to reduce the velocity of the crew module before parachute deployment. 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 is correct

Which one of the following best distinguishes anticipatory statecraft from reactive diplomacy?

Anticipatory statecraft seeks to shape emerging international rules before they are established, whereas reactive diplomacy responds after developments have occurred.

Anticipatory statecraft prioritises military preparedness, whereas reactive diplomacy prioritises economic engagement.

Anticipatory statecraft focuses mainly on bilateral partnerships, whereas reactive diplomacy focuses mainly on multilateral negotiations.

Anticipatory statecraft relies primarily on intelligence assessments, whereas reactive diplomacy relies primarily on diplomatic negotiations.

Which of the following is the primary objective of the eSaras platform?

Provide subsidised agricultural inputs to rural farmers

Create a digital marketplace connecting rural producers directly with consumers

Provide crop insurance services to Farmer Producer Organisations

Facilitate procurement of food grains under the Public Distribution System

With reference to Global Capability Centres (GCCs), consider the following statements: 1. GCCs are offshore units established by companies to perform specialised business functions for their parent organisations. 2. In India, GCCs are primarily limited to customer support and business process outsourcing. 3. GCCs increasingly undertake research, product development, and engineering innovation. 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 3.

There is only one correct statement.

Quest Daily CA Quiz 13-07-2026

2026-07-13

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Question 1: With reference to the Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA), consider the following statements: 1. It functions as a treaty-based intergovernmental organisation with legally binding obligations on its members. 2. Membership in the Global Biofuels Alliance obliges countries to replace fossil fuels with biofuels within a specified time frame. 3. This alliance aims to replace national energy policies with a common global biofuel policy. How many of the above statements is/are correct?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- None
Question 2: A city replaces sodium-vapour streetlights with high-intensity white LEDs while retaining the same number of fixtures and extending their operating hours throughout the night. Which one of the following is the most appropriate inference?
- Light pollution is likely to decline because LED lighting generally requires less electricity.
- Wildlife impacts may remain limited because the number of lighting fixtures has not changed.
- Skyglow is likely to reduce because LED lighting allows improved control over light distribution.
- Light pollution may increase depending on the brightness, spectrum and design of the lighting system.
Question 3: Engineers identify two possible dam sites on the same river. Site I: Wide valley with low relief developed over an ancient craton. Site II: Narrow gorge in a rapidly uplifting fold mountain belt. Ignoring economic considerations, which inference is the most appropriate?
- Site II offers higher hydropower potential but requires greater geological risk assessment.
- Site I is more susceptible to landslides because of its wider valley floor.
- Site II is likely to receive less sediment because of its confined channel.
- Site I is more prone to reservoir-induced seismicity due to its stable crust.
Question 4: Consider the following statements regarding the Amnesty Scheme, 2026 for exempted Provident Fund Trusts: I. The scheme provides a one-time opportunity for certain Provident Fund Trusts to regularise their status under the applicable legal framework. II. Recognition under the Income Tax Act, 2025 is linked to obtaining exemption under Section 17 of the Employees' Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. III. The scheme also applies to establishments that do not possess formal exemption from the government. Which of the following inferences can be drawn from the above statements? 1. Compliance under labour laws and recognition under tax laws are intended to operate in a coordinated manner. 2. The scheme seeks to facilitate legal compliance by providing a mechanism for regularisation. 3. The Amnesty Scheme modifies the conditions governing recognition under the Income Tax Act, 2025 for participating trusts.
- 1 and 2
- 2 and 3
- 1 and 3
- 1,2 and 3
Question 5: China recently successfully recovered a reusable launch vehicle on a sea-floating platform. In this context, consider the following statements: Statement-I: Landing a reusable booster on a sea-based platform can expand recovery options for rockets launched on different trajectories. Statement-II: Sea-based recovery eliminates the need for the booster to perform controlled descent and landing manoeuvres. Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?
- Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
- Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
- Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect
- Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct
Question 6: Consider the following statements with reference to Gaganyaan Crew Module tests of ISRO: Statement I: The service module is separated from the crew module before atmospheric re-entry. Statement II: The service module is retained during atmospheric re-entry to provide electrical power to the crew module. Statement III: The separation sequence is designed primarily to reduce the velocity of the crew module before parachute deployment. 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 is correct
Question 7: Which one of the following best distinguishes anticipatory statecraft from reactive diplomacy?
- Anticipatory statecraft seeks to shape emerging international rules before they are established, whereas reactive diplomacy responds after developments have occurred.
- Anticipatory statecraft prioritises military preparedness, whereas reactive diplomacy prioritises economic engagement.
- Anticipatory statecraft focuses mainly on bilateral partnerships, whereas reactive diplomacy focuses mainly on multilateral negotiations.
- Anticipatory statecraft relies primarily on intelligence assessments, whereas reactive diplomacy relies primarily on diplomatic negotiations.
Question 8: Which of the following is the primary objective of the eSaras platform?
- Provide subsidised agricultural inputs to rural farmers
- Create a digital marketplace connecting rural producers directly with consumers
- Provide crop insurance services to Farmer Producer Organisations
- Facilitate procurement of food grains under the Public Distribution System
Question 9: With reference to Global Capability Centres (GCCs), consider the following statements: 1. GCCs are offshore units established by companies to perform specialised business functions for their parent organisations. 2. In India, GCCs are primarily limited to customer support and business process outsourcing. 3. GCCs increasingly undertake research, product development, and engineering innovation. 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 3.
- There is only one correct statement.
- There is no correct statement.
Question 10: Consider the following statements regarding the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI): 1. The Scheme provides 50-year interest-free loans to States to support capital investment and strengthen public infrastructure. 2. Assistance under the Scheme is exclusively tied to capital expenditure and cannot be used for meeting States' revenue expenditure. Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2

Quest Daily CA Quiz 13-07-2026

Question 2: A city replaces sodium-vapour streetlights with high-intensity white LEDs while retaining the same number of fixtures and extending their operating hours throughout the night. Which one of the following is the most appropriate inference?

Question 3: Engineers identify two possible dam sites on the same river. Site I: Wide valley with low relief developed over an ancient craton. Site II: Narrow gorge in a rapidly uplifting fold mountain belt. Ignoring economic considerations, which inference is the most appropriate?

Question 7: Which one of the following best distinguishes anticipatory statecraft from reactive diplomacy?

Question 8: Which of the following is the primary objective of the eSaras platform?