Consider the following statements regarding Slender loris:1. It is nocturnal in nature and comes under “endangered” category of IUCN red list2. It is believed that these animals have medicinal properties. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 and 2

Answer: D

Notes:

Both statements are correct

About Slender loris:

Slender loris (Loris tardigradus) is secretive and has nocturnal habits. It usually travels from the canopy of one tree to another
It has been listed as ‘Endangered’ by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature
It is under Schedule I of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, to provide the highest level of legal protection
They are usually solitary but sometimes found in pairs
It is believed that these animals have some medicinal properties, they are captured and sold.
Habitat loss, electrocution of live wires and road accidents are other threats that have caused its populations to dwindle.

Source: Down to Earth