With reference to the Indian (Greater One-Horned) Rhinoceros, consider the following statements: 1. They are primarily found in floodplain grasslands and riverine forests of the Terai region in India and Nepal. 2. Kaziranga National Park in Assam holds more than half of the world’s one-horned rhino population. 3. The Indian rhinoceros is listed under Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Indian rhinos are found in floodplain grasslands and riverine forests of the Terai region.
Kaziranga NP in Assam hosts 70% of the world’s one-horned rhino population.
They are listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, not Schedule II.

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