[1]. Recently, the Central Government declared the entire state of Manipur, excluding areas under 13 police stations, as a ‘disturbed area’ under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958, for another six months. What does the AFSPA empower the armed forces to do in disturbed areas?

[A]. Prohibit gatherings of five or more persons

[B]. Arrest without a warrant under reasonable suspicion

[C]. Enter or search premises without a warrant

[D]. All of the above

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[2]. Recently, the Planetary Health Check (PHC) 2025 highlighted that human activity has pushed the Earth beyond its stable state, stressing the importance of Planetary Boundaries (PBs). What are Planetary Boundaries?

[A]. Limits defining safe operating space for humanity

[B]. Nine ecological processes vital for Earth’s stability

[C]. Thresholds to prevent irreversible environmental change

[D]. All of the above

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[3]. Recently, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) revised draft CAFE-3 and CAFE-4 norms, introducing incentives for small cars, flex-fuel, and strong hybrid vehicles. What is the primary aim of CAFE norms?

[A]. To increase vehicle speed limits

[B]. To reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions

[C]. To promote only electric vehicles

[D]. To regulate vehicle safety standards

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[4]. Recently, 24 Judges were appointed in the Allahabad High Court. Who appoints the Judges of High Courts?

[A]. Chief Justice of India

[B]. Governor of the State

[C]. President of India

[D]. Union Law Minister

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[5]. Recently, researchers warned that misuse of antibiotics is accelerating the spread of drug-resistant bacteria in the United States. What is the term for bacteria developing resistance to drugs?

[A]. Immunity

[B]. Antimicrobial resistance

[C]. Infection

[D]. Pathogenicity

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