[1]. Recently, activists urged the Supreme Court to recognise hate speech as a constitutional tort due to its discriminatory impact on fundamental rights. Which of the following best describes a constitutional tort

[A]. A private dispute resolved only through civil courts

[B]. Criminal liability imposed on individuals for constitutional violations

[C]. State liability for violation of fundamental rights by its officials under public law

[D]. A contractual obligation arising out of government agreements

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[2]. Recently, INS Sudarshini embarked on the global expedition Lokayan 26. What is the primary objective of the Lokayan 26 expedition?

[A]. To conduct deep-sea mineral exploration

[B]. To showcase India’s maritime heritage and strengthen maritime cooperation

[C]. To test new naval weapon systems

[D]. To provide humanitarian assistance in the Indian Ocean Region

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[3]. Recently, China has been described as entering a “demographic winter.” What does Demographic Winter refer to?

[A]. Temporary population decline due to disasters

[B]. Seasonal population migration

[C]. Government-controlled population reduction

[D]. Long-term population decline from low fertility and ageing

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[4]. Recently, sky-watchers observed widespread auroras due to a G4 geomagnetic storm.

What best describes a G4 geomagnetic storm?

[A]. A severe disturbance of Earth’s magnetosphere caused by solar activity

[B]. A mild disturbance in Earth’s atmosphere

[C]. A meteor shower entering Earth’s orbit

[D]. A sudden change in Earth’s rotation

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[5]. Recently, the Union government notified the Environmental (Protection) Fund Rules, 2026, laying down how penalties collected under environmental laws will be utilised. As per the new rules, what proportion of the penalty collected will be retained by the Centre?

[A]. 10%

[B]. 15%

[C]. 25%

[D]. 50%

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