Q. With reference to the Indian one-horned rhinos, consider the following statements:
1. They are categorized as critically endangered under IUCN Red List.
2. The Pobitora National Park has the highest density of one-horned rhinos in the world.
3. The Kaziranga National Park has the highest population of one-horned rhinos in the world.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
Protection status of one-horned rhinos –
- Protection Status:
Ø IUCN Red List: Vulnerable.
Ø CITES: Appendix I (Threatened with extinction and CITES prohibits international trade in specimens of these species except when the purpose of the import is not commercial, for instance for scientific research).
Ø Wildlife Protection Act, 1972: Schedule I.
Statement 2 is correct: Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary has the highest density of Indian rhinoceros in the
world (107 individuals concentrated in a mere 16 sq km).
Statement 3 is correct: Kaziranga National Park: A record 2613 Rhinos are recorded in the Park (68% of
total in this world).
Source: Deccan Herald
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