Consider the following statements regarding Cheetahs: 1. The Asiatic Cheetah is found only in Iran. 2. Cheetahs naturally occur in tropical rainforests as well as semi-desert regions. How many of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Updates

Prelims Sprint 2026 (PRRC), Batch-1 Starts on 1st December 2025 available in Online and Offline Mode | PTS 2026 Batch-19 available in English & Hindi Medium, Starts on 19th November 2025 | CSAT Classes for 2026 Prelims, Batch-2 starts 4th November 2025 |

[A] Only one

[B] Both

[C] None

[D] Cannot be determined from the information given

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

The Asiatic Cheetah survives only in Iran.
Cheetahs are absent in tropical rainforests.
They are found in open grassy habitats, dry forests, savanna woodlands, and semi-deserts.
It is Critically Endangered.

Source: Environment