India Native Fauna Distribution
Question
Consider the following:
Which of the above are naturally found in India?
- 1.
Star tortoise
- 2.
Monitor lizard
- 3.
Pygmy hog
- 4.
Spider monkey
Options
1, 2 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation
Star tortoise (1) is found in dry regions of India, particularly Rajasthan. Monitor lizard (2) is widely distributed across India in various habitats. Pygmy hog (3) is found in the grasslands of Assam, making it India's smallest wild pig. Spider monkey (4) is native to Central and South America, not India. Therefore, only 1, 2, and 3 are naturally found in India. > Spider monkey = Americas only; others = Indian fauna; Pygmy hog = endemic to Assam. Answer: (a).
Question details
Year
2013
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q7
Subject
Environment
Sub-topic
Biodiversity - Endemic and Native Species
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
NCERT Geography Ch.6 - Natural Vegetation and Wildlife
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