Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Irrawady Dolphins are found in brackish waters of Kerala. 2. The Gangetic Dolphin is found in the Ganges River and its tributaries. 3. All fresh water, brackish water and marine Dolphins (Cetaceans) are listed in Schedule-I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Select the correct answer from below given codes: |ForumIAS

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation: Dolphins are animals of aquatic ecosystems. They are found in the sea, brackish water and fresh water.

A total of 15 species of marine and harbour dolphins have been reported from Indian waters and coasts. Besides, the Irrawady Dolphins are found in brackish waters of Odisha.
Amongst the freshwater dolphins, the Gangetic Dolphin is found in the Ganges River and its tributaries. Apart from this, Indus River Dolphins have also been reported in Indus River in Punjab.
All fresh water, brackish water and marine Dolphins (Cetaceans) are listed in Schedule-I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, thereby according to them the highest degree of protection against hunting.

Source: FORUMIAS