Answer: B

Explanation:

Tigers: Similipal holds the highest tiger population in Odisha and is notable for having the population of melanistic tigers (black tigers). Thus first statement is incorrect.

Part of Elephant Reserve: It forms a crucial part of the Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve, which encompasses three protected areas: Similipal Tiger Reserve, Hadgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, and Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary. Thus second statement is correct.

Conservation Status: Since 2009, Similipal National Park has been designated as part of the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves, highlighting its ecological significance and commitment to conservation. Thus third statement is correct.

Answer: D

Explanation:

Recently, The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for 2024 has been awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their groundbreaking discovery of microRNA and its crucial role in post-transcriptional gene regulation. Thus first statementis correct.

The microRNA (miRNA) is a form of small, single-stranded RNA, 18–25 nucleotides long. It is transcribed from DNA, instead of being translated into protein, and regulates the functions of other genes in protein synthesis. Therefore, miRNAs are genes that modulate other protein-coding genes. Thus second statement is correct.

Found in plants, animals, and some viruses, miRNAs play a critical role in RNA silencing and post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression. Thus third statement  is correct.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Antrix Corporation Limited

Established: 1992

Headquarters: Bengaluru, India

Role: Commercial and marketing arm of the Department of Space

Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe)

Established: 2020

Headquarters: Bengaluru, India

Role: Promote and enable private sector participation in space activities

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

Established: 1969

Headquarters: Bengaluru, India

Role: India's primary space agency responsible for planning and executing space-related activities

New Space India Limited (NSIL)

Established: 2019

Headquarters: Bengaluru, India

Role: Provide satellite services to meet diverse domestic and international demands

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated DefConnect 4.0 at the Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. This event marked a significant milestone in India's defence innovation journey, organized by the Innovations for Defence Excellence - Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO) under the Ministry of Defence. Thus first statement is correct.

DefConnect 4.0 aims to foster collaboration among the Armed Forces, Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs), industry leaders, start-ups, MSMEs, academia, and investors. The event featured a Technology Showcase, allowing iDEX innovators to exhibit cutting-edge technologies and products.Thus second statement is correct.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'Banjara Heritage' Nangara Museum at Poharadevi in Maharashtra. Thus first statement is correct.

The Nangara Museum was conceptualized in 2018 by Sanjay Rathod to showcase the culture, history, and traditions of the Banjara community. Thus second statement 2 is incorrect.

The museum is spread over 16 acres and features a blend of traditional and modern architecture, representing the rich heritage of the Banjara community. Thus third statement is incorrect.