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Consider the following statements:
- 1.Lions do not have a particular breeding season.
- 2.Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar.
- 3.Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Lions are induced ovulators and can breed throughout the year, lacking a specific breeding season. Cheetahs, unlike lions, tigers, and jaguars which produce roars, emit sounds like purrs, chirps, and hisses. Male leopards, similar to lions and other felids, use scent marking extensively, rubbing their facial glands and urinating to mark their territory.
Source: UPSC gs1 2024