[1]. The WTO's Global Trade Outlook and Statistics-2025 report predicts a 0.2% decline in the world merchandise trade volume in 2025. Which region is expected to experience the steepest decline in exports in 2025?

[A]. Europe

[B]. Asia

[C]. North America

[D]. Africa

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[2]. The Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR) has introduced a new turmeric variety called IISR Surya, designed for the masala and powdering industry. What is the primary characteristic of IISR Surya that makes it ideal for the powdering industry?

[A]. High medicinal value

[B]. Light-coloured rhizomes

[C]. Resistance to diseases

[D]. Quick growth rate

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[3]. Exercise DUSTLIK-6 recently commenced in Pune, India. Which country participated with India in this exercise?

[A]. Uzbekistan

[B]. United States

[C]. Russia

[D]. China

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[4]. Recently, volunteers of the Maharashtra Forest department discovered a solitary Olive Ridley turtle nesting at Ratnagiri’s Guhagar beach, which had two metal tags for identification. What is the term used to describe the mass nesting behaviour of Olive Ridley turtles?

[A]. Migration

[B]. Arribada

[C]. Hatching

[D]. Incubation

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[5]. Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) members finalized a proposal for the World Pandemic Treaty. What is the main aim of this treaty?

[A]. To promote global economic cooperation

[B]. To strengthen pandemic prevention, preparedness and response

[C]. To ensure vaccine distribution across the world

[D]. To focus on animal health only

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