1. Consider the following statements regarding Quantum Satellites:

1. Quantum satellites use classical encryption methods to secure communication.
2. Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) is a key feature of quantum satellites, ensuring secure transmission by detecting eavesdropping.
3. Unlike conventional satellites, quantum satellites encode information in quantum states (qubits).

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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• 2 and 3 only
• 1 and 3 only
• 1, 2 and 3

2. Which of the following are key findings from the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023?

1. The total forest and tree cover in India is 827,357 sq km, which is 25.17% of the country’s geographical area.
2. Madhya Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, and Maharashtra have the top three total forest and tree cover areas.
3. Gujarat reported the highest increase in mangrove cover among all states.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

• 1 and 2 only
• 1 and 3 only
• 2 and 3 only
• 1, 2, and 3

3. The Next Generation DNA Sequencing (NGS) Facility inaugurated at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, is aimed at enhancing which of the following?

1. Studying genetic diversity and population health of wildlife species.
2. Analyzing genetic adaptations and evolutionary relationships of species.
3. Combating illegal wildlife trade and tracking endangered species.

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• 1 and 2 only
• 1 and 3 only
• 2 and 3 only
• 1, 2, and 3

4. Which of the following is/are the Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) Centres set up under the SAMARTH Udyog Bharat 4.0 initiative?

1. Centre for Industry 4.0 (C4i4) Lab, Pune
2. IITD-AIA Foundation for Smart Manufacturing, IIT Delhi
3. Smart Manufacturing Demo & Development Cell, CMTI, Bengaluru

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• 1 and 2 only
• 2 and 3 only
• 1, 2, and 3
• 1 only

5. The IPBES Nexus Report emphasizes the interconnections among which of the following global challenges?

1. Biodiversity Loss
2. Water Scarcity
3. Economic Inequality

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• 1 and 2 only
• 1, 2, and 3
• 1 and 3 only
• 2 and 3 only