Q. With reference to Sahyadriophis uttaraghati snake, consider the following statements::
1.It is a new genus and species of colubrid snakes.
2.The Colubrid is the largest snake family.
3. The snake is found in the southern parts of the Western Ghats.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Sahyadriophis uttaraghati snake is a new genus and species of colubrid snakes. The Colubrid is the largest snake family.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The snake is found in the northern parts of the Western Ghats. Whereas, Sahyadriophis beddomei snake is found in the southern parts of the Western Ghats.
Source: ForumIAS
