India, Nov. 24 -- 1. In a recent presidential reference ruling, the Supreme Court addressed whether the judiciary can prescribe fixed deadlines for constitutional authorities while dealing with state legislation. What principle did the Court uphold?

A. Courts may mandate a 30-day deadline for gubernatorial assent

B. Courts may introduce the concept of automatic or "deemed" assent

C. Courts cannot impose timelines on the President or governors to clear bills

D. Courts may direct governors to favour the advice of the state cabinet in all cases

2. What is the name of the anti-tank missile system that India is set to import from the US to boost the army's operational readiness?

A. Excalibur

B. Javelin

C. Kornet

D. Spike

3. The Supre...