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Consider the following statements about Nilgais It is the largest Asian antelope It is indigenous to...........

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    Consider the following statements about Nilgais

    1. It is the largest Asian antelope.
    2. It is indigenous to the Indian subcontinent.
    3. It is listed as vulnerable under IUCN.

    Select the correct statement.

    1&2 only

    Correct Answer

    2&3 only

    Incorrect Answer

    1&3 only

    Incorrect Answer

    All of the above

    Incorrect Answer
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    Explanation:

    The nilgai is the largest Asian antelope and is ubiquitous across the northern Indian subcontinent.

    • The nilgai is the sole member of the genus Boselaphus and placed in the family Bovidae.
    • Sexual dimorphismis prominent; the males are larger than females and differ in colouration.
    • It occurs in India, Nepal, and Pakistan. Significant numbers occur in the Terai lowlands in the foothills of the Himalayas.
    • It is indigenous to the Indian subcontinent.
    • IUCN status:Least Concern.

    Hence both statements 1&2 are correct.

    By: Shubham Tiwari
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