[1]. Recently, it was reported that Starlink lost 523 satellites between 2020 and 2024 due to increased solar activity during the peak of the current solar cycle, raising concerns about space debris and atmospheric pollution. What causes satellites to re-enter Earth's atmosphere more quickly during such solar activity?

[A]. Lunar eclipses

[B]. Gravitational waves

[C]. Atmospheric drag from geomagnetic storms

[D]. Black hole radiation

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[2]. Recently, the Prime Minister paid homage to Bhagwan Birsa Munda for his role in India's freedom struggle and tribal empowerment. During which years did the Munda Rebellion, also known as Ulgulan, take place?

[A]. 1855–1856

[B]. 1905–1906

[C]. 1899–1900

[D]. 1875–1876

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[3]. Recently, Union Finance Minister chaired the 6th meeting of the Governing Council of NIIF. What type of investment vehicle is the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) registered as with SEBI?

[A]. Category I Venture Capital Fund

[B]. Category II Alternate Investment Fund

[C]. Public Sector Mutual Fund

[D]. Sovereign Wealth Fund

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[4]. Recently, Assam's state government proposed bypassing Foreigners Tribunals by using administrative orders to expel suspected illegal immigrants, sparking debate over the legal framework and constitutional safeguards. What is the primary function of Foreigners Tribunals in India?

[A]. To issue citizenship certificates

[B]. To determine whether a person is a foreigner under the Foreigners Act

[C]. To deport foreign nationals directly

[D]. To register citizens under the National Population Register

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[5]. Recently, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla announced he will conduct an experiment on tardigrades aboard the International Space Station. What unique ability allows tardigrades to survive extreme conditions?

[A]. Photosynthesis

[B]. Cryptobiosis

[C]. Bioluminescence

[D]. Regeneration

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