Consider the following statements about the QUAD grouping: Statement-I: The Quad is not a formal military alliance and does not impose collective defence obligations on its members. Statement-II: The Quad primarily functions through issue-based cooperation in areas such as maritime security, critical technologies, resilient supply chains and disaster response. 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

The White-bellied Heron is most likely to be found in habitats characterised by which of the following? (a) saline coastal mudflats with mangrove vegetation (b) fast-flowing Himalayan rivers bordered by old-growth forests (c) large inland reservoirs with floating aquatic vegetation (d) seasonally flooded grasslands with sparse tree cover

saline coastal mudflats with mangrove vegetation

fast-flowing Himalayan rivers bordered by old-growth forests

large inland reservoirs with floating aquatic vegetation

seasonally flooded grasslands with sparse tree cover

With reference to the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, consider the following statements: 1. It provides direct monthly income support to all registered artisans irrespective of their occupation. 2. It is intended exclusively for artisans engaged in export-oriented manufacturing. 3. Only artisans registered as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are eligible under the scheme. 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.

With reference to the constitutional provisions relating to High Court judges, consider the following statements: 1. A High Court judge may be removed only on the grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity. 2. The removal process requires an address by each House of Parliament supported by a special majority. 3. The President may remove a High Court judge only after such parliamentary address. 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.

Quest Daily CA Quiz 22-07-2026

2026-07-22

Test your knowledge with today's current affairs

Question 1: Consider the following countries: 1. Lebanon 2. Jordan 3. Egypt 4. Syria 5. Israel How many of the above-given countries share a boundary with the Gaza Strip?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Question 2: Which of the following activities can be undertaken by private companies under India's current space sector framework? 1. Building launch vehicles. 2. Manufacturing satellites. 3. Providing satellite-based services. 4. Launching satellites Select the correct answer using the code below.
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 3 and 4 only
Question 3: With reference to FAME India Phase II, consider the following statements: 1. Demand incentives are linked to the battery capacity of eligible electric vehicles. 2. Public transport electrification is one of the major focus areas of the scheme. 3. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. How many of the statements given above are correct?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- None
Question 4: Consider the following statements about the QUAD grouping: Statement-I: The Quad is not a formal military alliance and does not impose collective defence obligations on its members. Statement-II: The Quad primarily functions through issue-based cooperation in areas such as maritime security, critical technologies, resilient supply chains and disaster response. 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 5: India has significantly invested in the development of the Chabahar Port in Iran despite geopolitical uncertainties. Consider the following situations in the context of Chabahar Port’s strategic utility for India: 1. A humanitarian aid shipment from India needs to reach Afghanistan even when overland transit through Pakistan is unavailable. 2. India seeks to establish a maritime access route towards Central Asia without relying on Chinese-controlled infrastructure. 3. India intends to transport crude oil from the Persian Gulf while bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. How many of the above situations correctly reflect(s) the strategic rationale behind India's engagement with Chabahar Port?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- None
Question 6: Consider the following situations: 1. The Union and several States jointly finance and implement a nationwide nutrition programme, with flexibility for States to adapt implementation to local needs. 2. A river water dispute between two States is resolved through negotiations facilitated by an Inter-State Council rather than unilateral action by either government. 3. States compete to attract greater private investment by improving their rankings in the Ease of Doing Business index and introducing policy reforms, while the Union provides broad policy support. 4. The GST Council recommends a change in tax rates after deliberations involving both the Union and State governments. In how many of the above situations is the principle of cooperative federalism NOT reflected?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Question 7: The White-bellied Heron is most likely to be found in habitats characterised by which of the following? (a) saline coastal mudflats with mangrove vegetation (b) fast-flowing Himalayan rivers bordered by old-growth forests (c) large inland reservoirs with floating aquatic vegetation (d) seasonally flooded grasslands with sparse tree cover
- saline coastal mudflats with mangrove vegetation
- fast-flowing Himalayan rivers bordered by old-growth forests
- large inland reservoirs with floating aquatic vegetation
- seasonally flooded grasslands with sparse tree cover
Question 8: With reference to the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, consider the following statements: 1. It provides direct monthly income support to all registered artisans irrespective of their occupation. 2. It is intended exclusively for artisans engaged in export-oriented manufacturing. 3. Only artisans registered as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are eligible under the scheme. 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.
Question 9: Consider the following assertion: The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) adopts a value-chain approach for the holistic development of the fisheries sector. Which of the following is/are the basis of the above assertion? 1. PMMSY supports fish production as well as aquaculture development. 2. PMMSY provides assistance for cold chain and marketing infrastructure. 3. PMMSY is implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry. Select the answer using the code given below:
- 1 only
- 2 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 3 only
Question 10: With reference to the constitutional provisions relating to High Court judges, consider the following statements: 1. A High Court judge may be removed only on the grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity. 2. The removal process requires an address by each House of Parliament supported by a special majority. 3. The President may remove a High Court judge only after such parliamentary address. 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.

Quest Daily CA Quiz 22-07-2026

Question 1: Consider the following countries: 1. Lebanon 2. Jordan 3. Egypt 4. Syria 5. Israel How many of the above-given countries share a boundary with the Gaza Strip?

Question 2: Which of the following activities can be undertaken by private companies under India's current space sector framework? 1. Building launch vehicles. 2. Manufacturing satellites. 3. Providing satellite-based services. 4. Launching satellites Select the correct answer using the code below.