Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Babesiosis is not a viral disease; it is a serious tick-borne parasitic disease. It is caused by the Babesia protozoan parasite. (Viral diseases like Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) are a separate concern for lions).

Statement 2 is correct: The microscopic Babesia parasite specifically attacks, infects, and destroys the host's red blood cells (RBCs). This massive destruction of RBCs leads to severe anemia (low blood count) and subsequent organ stress, making it highly fatal for cubs and stressed animals.

Statement 3 is correct: Like malaria, Babesiosis is a vector-borne disease. In wild ecosystems, it is transmitted primarily through the bite of infected ticks. Control requires complex anti-tick drives and veterinary treatments.

Answer: D

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Asiatic lion is a single-population endangered species. Its last remaining natural habitat in the world is exclusively in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, which includes the Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary.

Statement 2 is correct: In India, the species enjoys the highest level of conservation priority. Under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, they are placed in Schedule I. They are also listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and in Appendix I of CITES.

Statement 3 is correct: Because the entire global population (numbering approximately 891 as per recent censuses) is localized to a single geographic area, the species is highly vulnerable to local epidemics (e.g., Canine Distemper Virus outbreaks in 2018). This confined population also leads to a genetic bottleneck and low genetic diversity. Establishing a second home in locations like Kuno National Park is crucial for their long-term survival and disease resilience.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: According to the RBI’s FY26 Annual Report, the detection of counterfeit currency notes in the banking system increased by 5.7%. Fake ₹500 notes saw a significant surge, accounting for approximately 61.8% of all detected fake notes.

Statement 2 is correct: Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) pose a severe threat to national security and are linked to financial terrorism. Consequently, the production, smuggling, and circulation of high-quality FICN fall under the ambit of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Statement 3 is incorrect: Counterfeit currency distorts the integrity of the monetary system, increases verification costs for businesses, and undermines public trust in cash-based transactions. Its reach spans beyond a minor economic offense to a threat that severely affects national financial stability and institutional trust.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) is launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), and the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai, acts as the nodal agency responsible for providing coordination and technical guidance.

Statement 2 is correct: The NFHS-6 findings indicate that access to health insurance coverage increased significantly from 41% to 60.2%, with schemes like PM-JAY driving the expansion.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The report flags a key challenge in maternal care, stating that only 37.8% of pregnant women receive the recommended dosage of iron and folic acid supplements, which is well below the halfway mark.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Child nutrition metrics showed positive movement. Stunting among children declined from 35.5% to 29.3%, and severe wasting decreased from 7.7% to 5.2%.

Statement 2 is correct: The institutional network of the government remains highly effective for immunizations, as 95.6% of children's vaccinations were administered through public/government health facilities.

Statement 3 is incorrect: Infant feeding practices remain an area of concern. The data shows that around 40.5% of infants aged 6–8 months do not receive adequate complementary feeding, meaning only about 59.5% receive adequate feeding (not over 80%).

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The roadmap envisions a 10-year timeline under ISM 2.0. It sets ambitious targets to develop a self-reliant domestic semiconductor value chain worth $120–150 billion by 2035.

Statement 2 is correct: The strategic framework is built on exactly five pillars: Pioneering (R&D), Policy and Investment (stable incentives), Production (fabs and packaging), People (talent development through a National Fab Academy), and Partnerships (global collaborations).

Statement 3 is incorrect: The total projected investment for the ecosystem by 2035 is $135–180 billion. The government is not funding the entire amount; it is expected to contribute $45–60 billion as anchor funding to de-risk projects, while the rest is expected to be driven by private investments.