Which of the following states has the National Academy of Sciences?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Uttar Pradesh.
The National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI) is situated in Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1930, it is the oldest science academy in India, dedicated to promoting scientific research and knowledge dissemination across various disciplines.
Explanation of Other Options:
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Uttarakhand: Known for scientific and environmental institutes like the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology but does not host NASI.
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Telangana: Houses prestigious institutions like the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) and the Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), but NASI is not located here.
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Karnataka: Home to the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the ISRO headquarters in Bengaluru, but NASI is not situated in Karnataka.