Consider the following statements about Ramsar Wetland sites in India:
1. Gahirmatha is the habitat of Olive Ridley Turtles.
2. Chilka lake is the habitat of Irrawaddy Dolphin as its flagship species.
3. Nalsarovar Wetland is also the habitat oflndian Wild Ass (Khur).
4 . Tso Moriri Wetland is the habitat and breeding ground of Black-necked Crane.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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CAPF 2023 Paper-1
1 and 3 only
Incorrect Answer1, 3 and 4 only
Incorrect Answer2 and 4 only
Incorrect Answer1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct AnswerExplanation:
Let’s examine each statement:
- Gahirmatha is indeed the most important nesting site for Olive Ridley Turtles in India.
- Chilka Lake is world-famous for its population of Irrawaddy Dolphins, which are considered its flagship species.
- Nalsarovar Wetland, in Gujarat, is primarily known for being a bird sanctuary. The Indian Wild Ass (Khur) is found mainly in Little Rann of Kutch, not Nalsarovar Wetland.
- Tso Moriri Wetland in Ladakh is an important breeding ground for the Black-necked Crane.
Correct statements: 1, 2, and 4.
So, the correct option is:
Option 3: 2 and 4 only
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By: Parvesh Mehta