Answer: (A)

Explanation: Manas Tiger Reserve is a protected area and wildlife sanctuary located in Assam, India. It is proposed as a Reserve Forest in 1905, designated a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1928, and a National Park in 1990. It was included in India's First Tiger Reserves under Project Tiger in 1973. It honored as a World Heritage Site (Natural) by UNESCO in 1985 for its exceptional conservation value. It is a part of Indian Rhino Vision 2020, successfully reintroduced One-Horned Rhinoceros in 2006. It was declared a Biosphere Reserve in 1989, covering a substantial area. Hence, option (a) is correct.

Answer: (B)

Explanation: The Spike missile is indeed a fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile (ATGM). It is designed to be launched from various platforms such as ground vehicles, helicopters, and naval vessels. The missile is capable of engaging and destroying armored targets, including tanks, with high precision and effectiveness. It has advanced guidance systems that allow it to be fired and then autonomously track and hit the target without the need for continuous operator control. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The Spike missile is not indigenously built in India by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The Spike missile is actually a product of the Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. It was developed and manufactured in Israel. However, the Indian Army has acquired and integrated the Spike missile system into its arsenal to enhance its anti-tank capabilities. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
It can work in non-line-of-sight (NLOS) mode allowing the gunner to operate from a covered position. It is available in man-portable, vehicle-launched, and helicopter-launched variants. It can hit targets from distances of up to 30 kilometres. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Answer: (D)

Explanation: It is widely distributed across the warm tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. This species is typically found in the Arabian Sea. The Bay of Bengal is not a known habitat for this species. This snake, known scientifically as 'Pelamis platurus,' is typically found in the Arabian Sea and is renowned for its highly poisonous venom. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

The conservation status of this snake is categorized as "Least Concern" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Its wide distribution and relatively stable population in its natural habitat contribute to this status. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.

Answer: (C)

Explanation: An unmanned Ukrainian maritime drone collided with a Russian naval vessel at Novorossiysk port. Novorossiysk is a major port city located on the northeastern coast of the Black Sea in Krasnodar Krai, Russia.

Novorossiysk is one of the largest and busiest ports in Russia and the Black Sea region, serving as a crucial gateway for trade and transportation. Novorossiysk is a key outlet for Russia's oil exports. It is connected to major oil-producing regions like the Caspian Sea and Siberia through pipelines, making it vital for energy trade. Hence, option (c) is correct.

Answer: (B)

Explanation: eSanjeevani application is a telemedicine app that provides both doctor-to-doctor and doctor-to-patient telecommunication. The app is being designed, developed, deployed and maintained by The Centre for Development and Advanced Computing (C-DAC). Hence, statement 1 is correct.