Consider the following statements about Mankidia Tribe 1 It is one the 13 parti...........

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Consider the following statements about Mankidia Tribe-

1. It is one the 13 particularly vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) found in Odisha.

2. Odisha has the largest number of PVTGs in the country.

3. They have been granted residential permits in the core area of Simlipal Tiger Reserve.

Which of the above statements are incorrect?

1 and 2

3 Only

2 and 3

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

Second option is correct.

Mankidia Tribe is one the oldest tribal group from Odisha. It is a PVTG. Out of 55 designated PVTGs, Odisha is home to 13 PVTGs, largest number of all the PVTGs housed by states. They were in news as they have been denied residence in core area of Simplipal Tiger Reserve despite provision of such habitation under Forest Rights Act 2006.