Quest Daily CA Quiz 18-08-2025

2025-08-18

Test your knowledge with today's current affairs

1. Question 1: Consider the following statements: Statement I: Cloudburst events are most common in the Himalayan states of India. Statement II: The unique local topography, wind systems, and temperature gradients between the lower and upper atmosphere in Himalayan regions facilitate cloudburst events. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

   • Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
   • Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
   • Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
   • Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct

2. Question 2: Consider the following statements regarding Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM): I. It is caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the “brain-eating amoeba”. II. The infection occurs when the amoeba enters the body through the digestive system. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

3. Question 3: The term “mule account” refers to:

   • A dormant bank account that is not in use for more than 10 years.
   • A bank account used by criminals to receive, transfer, or launder illicit funds.
   • A fake bank account created using forged identity documents.
   • A bank account jointly operated by multiple persons for business transactions.

4. Question 4: Consider the following statements regarding the provisions of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023: I. The tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is five years or until the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier. II. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed in the same manner and on the same grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

5. Question 5: Consider the following statements regarding the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT): I. The NPT defines Nuclear-Weapon States (NWS) as those that possessed nuclear weapons before 1 January 1967. II. India, Pakistan, Israel, and South Sudan are not members of the NPT. III. The Treaty prohibits the peaceful use of nuclear energy and does not provide any withdrawal option. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   • I and II
   • II and III
   • I and III
   • I only