Quest Daily CA Quiz 31-08-2026

Quest Daily CA Quiz 31-08-2026

Test your knowledge with daily current affairs

  1. Question 1: Which of the following is correct about the Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031?

    • It is a strategic action plan for the development of deep-sea fisheries and tuna harvesting in India's Exclusive Economic Zone.
    • It is a national mission for increasing India's overall marine fish production through large-scale commercial fishing in the high seas.
    • It is a dedicated programme for promoting seaweed cultivation and processing in Lakshadweep.
    • It is a strategic action plan for the development of ornamental fisheries, covering scientific management across the value chain.

  2. Question 2: ‘X’ was discussing the rising burden of typhoid in India. ‘X’ argued that since typhoid is a bacterial disease, suspected cases should primarily be managed through empirical antibiotic treatment. ‘Y’ disagreed, pointing out that increasing antimicrobial resistance makes unnecessary antibiotic use problematic and that vaccination, better diagnostics and antimicrobial stewardship are essential components of typhoid control. ‘X’ was not convinced. Based on the above, select the correct conclusion from the options given below:

    • ‘X’ is correct because antibiotic treatment should remain the primary strategy for controlling typhoid
    • ‘Y’ is not correct because vaccination cannot play a significant role in controlling bacterial diseases
    • The views of both ‘X’ and ‘Y’ are correct because antibiotics and vaccination are equally sufficient by themselves
    • The view of only ‘Y’ is correct because typhoid control requires prevention through vaccination along with better diagnostics and responsible antibiotic use.

  3. Question 3: Consider the following statements regarding the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) principle: 1. Under the MFN principle, a trade advantage granted to one country can be extended to another country only after entering into a bilateral agreement with that country. 2. MFN applies only to customs duties imposed on imported goods. 3. MFN treatment is primarily embodied in Article I of the Convention of the International Monetary Fund. How many of the above given statements is/are not correct?

    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • None

  4. Question 4: A major solar flare is detected on the Sun. How many of the following could potentially occur as a consequence? 1. Increased radiation exposure for astronauts and spacecraft 2. Disruption of certain satellite operations due to increased atmospheric drag 3. Temporary expansion of Earth's atmosphere due to enhanced solar radiation 4. Significant alteration of Earth's orbital speed around the Sun 5. Formation of a new ozone layer in the upper atmosphere Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    • 2
    • 3
    • 4
    • 5

  5. Question 5: Consider the following statements about Optical Fibre Cables: Statement I: Optical fibre is immune to electromagnetic interference, making it suitable for high-speed and secure communication networks. Statement-II: Optical fibre transmits information primarily in the form of electric signals. 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

  6. Question 6: With reference to the Gender Parity Index (GPI) in education, consider the following statements: 1. It is calculated as the ratio of the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) of females to that of males. 2. A GPI of 1 indicates parity between female and male participation in education. 3. A GPI below 1 generally indicates disparity in favour of males. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

  7. Question 7: Consider the following statements regarding Indian Standard Time (IST): 1. IST is based on the 82°30′ E longitude. 2. The Standard Meridian of India passes through Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh. 3. IST is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). 4. IST passes through only one Union Territory of India, that is Puducherry. Which one of the following conclusions based on the above statements is correct?

    • There are four correct statements.
    • There is only one incorrect statement, that is statement 4.
    • There are two correct statements, that include statement 1.
    • There is no correct statement.

  8. Question 8: Consider the following statements about the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation: 1. It represents about 25 per cent of global GDP and over 15 per cent of international trade. 2. Russian and Chinese are the official languages of the SCO. Which of the above given statements is/are correct?

    • 1 only
    • 2 only
    • Both 1and 2
    • Neither 1 nor 2

  9. Question 9: Consider the following countries: 1. Iran 2. Afghanistan 3. Kyrgyzstan 4. China 5. Kazakhstan How many of the above-given countries do not share a boundary with Uzbekistan?

    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • 4

  10. Question 10: Consider the following statements with reference to notes as legal tender: 1. The Reserve Bank of India has the sole right to issue banknotes in India, except for the one-rupee notes issued by the Government of India. 2. The Government of India is responsible for issuing ₹1 notes. 3. Coins in India are issued exclusively by the Reserve Bank of India. 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.