Q. With reference to Dugongs, consider the following statements:
1.They are herbivorous marine mammals.
2.They are classified as “Vulnerable” globally and are protected under Schedule I of India’s Wildlife Protection Act.
3.They are found only along the coasts of India such as the Gulf of Kutch, Gulf of Mannar, Palk Bay, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: Statement 3 is incorrect because Dugongs are found widely from the western Pacific Ocean to the eastern coast of Africa, not only in India.
Source- IE
