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Consider the following statements:
- 1.Asiatic lions are naturally found in India only.
- 2.Double-humped camels are naturally found in India only.
- 3.One-horned rhinoceros are naturally found in India only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.2 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: A. 1 only
The Asiatic lion is endemic to India, specifically the Gir Forest in Gujarat. While the Indian rhinoceros (one-horned) is primarily found in India, it also exists in Nepal and Bhutan. The double-humped or Bactrian camel is native to Central Asia and is not naturally found in India, although some may be present in certain regions due to human activity.
Source: UPSC gs1 2019