Check each statement one by one

We are asked to count the number of correct statements about nucleic acids.

Statement A: RNA is regarded as the reserve of genetic information

• In most organisms, DNA is the main storage/reserve of genetic information.
• RNA mainly helps in protein synthesis, though in some viruses RNA can act as genetic material.
• As a general statement for nucleic acids in cells, this is incorrect.

A = False

Statement B: DNA molecule self-duplicates during cell division

• DNA undergoes replication before cell division.
• This ensures genetic information is copied.

B = True

Statement C: DNA synthesizes proteins in the cell

• DNA does not directly synthesize proteins.
• Protein synthesis occurs on ribosomes, with the help of RNA.
• DNA only stores the information and directs synthesis indirectly.

C = False

Statement D: The message for the synthesis of particular proteins is present in DNA

• Yes, genes in DNA contain the coded information for making specific proteins.

D = True

Statement E: Identical DNA strands are transferred to daughter cells

• During replication and cell division, genetic information is passed on to daughter cells so that they receive identical DNA content (barring mutations).
• This is the basic role of DNA replication.

E = True

Count the correct statements

Correct statements are:

• B
• D
• E

Total number of correct statements: $3$

Compare with stored correct answer

• Derived answer = $3$
• Stored correct answer = $3$

These match.