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News: Golden Langurs found in the state of Assam is suffering from forced abortion and infanticide.

Facts:

Golden langur: It is an Old World monkey found in western Assam, India and in Bhutan.
Vegetation: Moist evergreen and tropical deciduous forests as well as some riverine areas and savannas.
IUCN Red list: Endangered
CITES: Appendix I
Wildlife Protection Act: Schedule I
Threats: Habitat loss and fragmentation, Poaching among others.
Chakrashila sanctuary: It is a wildlife sanctuary located in Assam.It is famous for having golden langur as it’s primary species.