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4. Consider the following statements regarding Dark Patterns: They are deceptive design techniques used on websites and applications. Basket Sneaking refers to adding products or services to a user's cart without explicit consent. False Urgency creates artificial pressure through scarcity or time-limited claims. Drip Pricing means displaying all additional charges at the beginning of the purchase process.

3. Consider the following statements: Assertion (A): American Foulbrood outbreaks frequently lead to destruction of infected colonies. Reason (R): The spores responsible for the disease are highly resistant and can survive for decades.

2. Consider the following statements regarding American Foulbrood (AFB): It is a fatal disease affecting honey bee larvae. It is caused by the spore-forming bacterium Paenibacillus larvae. Adult honey bees are directly killed by the disease. The bacterial spores can remain viable for more than 50 years.

1. Consider the following statements regarding Pseudocapritermes novus: It is a newly discovered species of soil-dwelling termite. It was discovered from Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary in West Bengal. These termites are considered important indicators of soil health and fertility. It is the first species of the genus Pseudocapritermes ever discovered in India.

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5. Assertion (A): MY Bharat aims to facilitate youth-led development. Reason (R): MY Bharat provides technology-enabled opportunities for youth engagement, networking, mentorship, and experiential learning.