Answer: C

Explanation:

Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Rajiv Ranjan Singh will launch Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojna in an event in New Delhi today on 11th of September. The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY) is a sub-scheme of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Hence, statement 1 is correct.

It aims to gradually formalize the unorganized fisheries sector by allowing fishers, fish farmers and supportive workers to self-register on a digital platform. It provides a one-time incentive to beneficiaries for purchasing aquaculture insurance. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana is expected to generate significant employment opportunities, including 1.7 lakh new jobs. The scheme also prioritizes the employment of 75,000 women. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department captured its fifth wolf under 'Operation Bhediya' in Bahraich district near the Ghaghara river. The Ghaghara River, is a major left-bank tributary of the Ganges River. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

The Ghaghara river also known as the Karnali River in Nepal, Mapcha Tsangpo in Tibet and the lower Ghaghara in Awadh is known as the Sarayu River. It is a perennial trans-boundary river that originates from the Mapchachungo glaciers in Tibet. It joins the Sarda River at Brahmghat in India before meeting the Ganges at Chhapra in Bihar. Hence, statement 2 is also incorrect.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued a notice to the Jharkhand government after a pregnant woman in labour pain was left unattended for about 27 hours at M.G.M. Hospital, Jamshedpur in Jharkhand. The National Human Rights Commission is a statutory body. It was established on October 12, 1993, in accordance with the Paris Principles. Hence, statement I is correct.

The National Human Rights Commission is responsible for reviewing and addressing human rights violations and making recommendations for their protection and promotion. It is a multi-member body including a chairman, four members and four ex-officio members. The chairman and members serve for a five-year term or until they reach the age of 70, whichever comes first. Hence, statement II is correct.

Here, statements I and II both are correct and statement II is not the correct explanation for statement I. Hence, option (b) is correct.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Keratin is a structural protein found in epithelial cells, essential for strengthening hair, nails and the outer layer of the skin. It is found in the epidermal layers of the skin and the cells of hair and nails. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Keratin is a fibrous protein that is insoluble in water, making it durable and protective. Keratin provides strength and rigidity to hair, skin and nails, while forming a protective barrier against heat, chemicals and pathogens. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the National Board for Wildlife’s standing committee cleared 121 projects, including transmission lines and infrastructure in wildlife areas. The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) is India's apex body for wildlife-related matters, focusing on wildlife conservation and forest development. It is a statutory body constituted under Section 5A of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (WLPA). Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The National Board for Wildlife was established in 2003 and Indian Board for Wildlife (1952). Hence, statement 2 is also correct.