Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Hoolock Gibbon:
1.It is the only ape found in India and is distributed mainly in the northeastern states.
2.The Western Hoolock Gibbon is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] Only 1

[B] Only 2

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct — Hoolock Gibbon is India’s only ape species, found in the northeastern states.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect — Western Hoolock Gibbon is Endangered, not Vulnerable.

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