“DOTS”, a term recently seen in the news, is primarily associated with which one of the following?

A strategy recommended by the World Health Organisation for the treatment and control of Tuberculosis

NAVIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation), India's regional satellite navigation system developed for accurate positioning and navigation services

The Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme for monitoring outbreaks of communicable diseases

The National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS)

'X' stated that Kavach automatically prevents a train from exceeding the permitted speed by applying brakes whenever necessary. 'Y' argued that Kavach is designed to assist the Loco Pilot rather than replace the driver's role in train operations. 'Z' maintained that even on Kavach-enabled routes, the system requires trackside and locomotive equipment along with signalling infrastructure to function effectively. Based on the above, select the correct conclusion from the options given below:

'X', 'Y' and 'Z' are all correct

A permanent administrative mechanism permitting the grant of Environmental Clearance after the commencement of projects is challenged before the Supreme Court. The Court holds that such a mechanism cannot be sustained under the statutory environmental framework. Nevertheless, considering the exceptional circumstances of a project having significant national importance, the Court grants limited relief in that particular case by invoking its constitutional powers. Which one of the following best explains the distinction underlying the Court's approach?

Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to render complete justice in an individual case without validating an otherwise impermissible administrative framework.

Article 142 authorises the Executive to relax statutory environmental requirements whenever public interest so demands.

The exercise of powers under Article 142 automatically operates as a precedent validating similar projects in future.

Relief granted under Article 142 substitutes the statutory requirement of prior Environmental Clearance in all comparable cases.

Consider the following statements about electric propulsion systems used in electric vehicles: Statement I: Electromagnet-based motors achieve higher efficiency than permanent magnet motors. Statement II: Electromagnets require continuous electrical energy to establish the magnetic field and are subject to copper and core losses. 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

Which one of the following is the best and most likely to improve India's Current Account Balance?

Increase in merchandise imports accompanied by stagnant exports

Rise in service exports with stable import payments

Higher gold imports without export growth

Increase in crude oil prices with unchanged export earnings

A State Government issues a public advisory urging citizens to observe a constitutional duty mentioned in Part IVA of the Constitution. Subsequently, an individual is prosecuted solely for failing to comply with the advisory, even though no law prescribes any penalty for such conduct. Which one of the following best reflects the constitutional position?

The prosecution is valid because every Fundamental Duty is enforceable upon citizens.

The prosecution is valid because executive instructions can create criminal liability

The prosecution is unsustainable because a Fundamental Duty ordinarily requires legislative backing before its violation can attract legal consequences

The prosecution is invalid because Fundamental Duties apply exclusively to public servants and Citizens.

Quest Daily CA Quiz 30-07-2026

2026-07-30

Test your knowledge with todays current affairs

Question 1: Consider the following statements regarding the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT): 1. GSTAT has been constituted under the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. 2. It serves as the first appellate authority under the GST law. 3. Appeals against orders of GSTAT generally lie before the High Court on substantial questions of law. 4. It exercises original jurisdiction in GST disputes. How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Question 2: “DOTS”, a term recently seen in the news, is primarily associated with which one of the following?
- A strategy recommended by the World Health Organisation for the treatment and control of Tuberculosis
- NAVIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation), India's regional satellite navigation system developed for accurate positioning and navigation services
- The Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme for monitoring outbreaks of communicable diseases
- The National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS)
Question 3: 'X' stated that Kavach automatically prevents a train from exceeding the permitted speed by applying brakes whenever necessary. 'Y' argued that Kavach is designed to assist the Loco Pilot rather than replace the driver's role in train operations. 'Z' maintained that even on Kavach-enabled routes, the system requires trackside and locomotive equipment along with signalling infrastructure to function effectively. Based on the above, select the correct conclusion from the options given below:
- Only 'X' is correct.
- Only 'Y' and 'Z' are correct
- 'X', 'Y' and 'Z' are all correct
- Only 'X' and 'Y' are correct.
Question 4: A permanent administrative mechanism permitting the grant of Environmental Clearance after the commencement of projects is challenged before the Supreme Court. The Court holds that such a mechanism cannot be sustained under the statutory environmental framework. Nevertheless, considering the exceptional circumstances of a project having significant national importance, the Court grants limited relief in that particular case by invoking its constitutional powers. Which one of the following best explains the distinction underlying the Court's approach?
- Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to render complete justice in an individual case without validating an otherwise impermissible administrative framework.
- Article 142 authorises the Executive to relax statutory environmental requirements whenever public interest so demands.
- The exercise of powers under Article 142 automatically operates as a precedent validating similar projects in future.
- Relief granted under Article 142 substitutes the statutory requirement of prior Environmental Clearance in all comparable cases.
Question 5: Consider the following statements about electric propulsion systems used in electric vehicles: Statement I: Electromagnet-based motors achieve higher efficiency than permanent magnet motors. Statement II: Electromagnets require continuous electrical energy to establish the magnetic field and are subject to copper and core losses. 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 list of countries: 1. Qatar 2. United Arab Emirates 3. Oman 4. Iran How many of the above given places share the border with the Red Sea?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- None
Question 7: Consider the following statements regarding ethanol-blended petrol in India: 1. Ethanol is an oxygenated fuel that can improve the combustion characteristics of petrol. 2. To reduce crude oil imports quickly, India advanced its 20% ethanol blending target from 2030 to 2025–26. Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question 8: Consider the following assertion: India's Gross Expenditure on Research and Development (GERD) increased significantly after 2020-21 even though the increase in government science budgets was relatively modest. Which of the following is/are the basis of the above assertion? 1. GERD includes expenditure incurred by both public and private sectors on research and development activities. 2. An increase in GERD as a percentage of GDP necessarily implies a proportionate increase in government expenditure on science. 3. A higher share of private industry in GERD generally indicates greater participation of businesses in innovation. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- 1 only
- 2 only
- 1 and 3
- 1,2and 3
Question 9: Which one of the following is the best and most likely to improve India's Current Account Balance?
- Increase in merchandise imports accompanied by stagnant exports
- Rise in service exports with stable import payments
- Higher gold imports without export growth
- Increase in crude oil prices with unchanged export earnings
Question 10: A State Government issues a public advisory urging citizens to observe a constitutional duty mentioned in Part IVA of the Constitution. Subsequently, an individual is prosecuted solely for failing to comply with the advisory, even though no law prescribes any penalty for such conduct. Which one of the following best reflects the constitutional position?
- The prosecution is valid because every Fundamental Duty is enforceable upon citizens.
- The prosecution is valid because executive instructions can create criminal liability
- The prosecution is unsustainable because a Fundamental Duty ordinarily requires legislative backing before its violation can attract legal consequences
- The prosecution is invalid because Fundamental Duties apply exclusively to public servants and Citizens.

Quest Daily CA Quiz 30-07-2026

Question 2: “DOTS”, a term recently seen in the news, is primarily associated with which one of the following?

Question 6: Consider the following list of countries: 1. Qatar 2. United Arab Emirates 3. Oman 4. Iran How many of the above given places share the border with the Red Sea?

Question 9: Which one of the following is the best and most likely to improve India's Current Account Balance?