Current Affairs Question - 26 December 2019
National Biodiversity & Conservation
Hoolock Gibbon
Consider the following statements with reference to the Hoolock Gibbon:
- The Hoolock Gibbon is the only ape found in India.
- Two species of Hoolock Gibbon are found inhabiting the Indian forests.
- Of the two, the Western Hoolock is listed as Vulnerable in the IUCN RedList, while the Eastern Hoolock is listed as Endangered.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
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1 and 2
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| B |
2 and 3
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| C |
1 and 3
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| D |
1, 2 and 3
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National Tribal Communities In India
Konda Reddi Tribe
With reference to the Konda Reddi Tribe, consider the following statements:
- Konda Reddis inahbits on the banks situated on either side of river Godavari in the hilly and forest tracts of East and West Godavari River.
- Konda Reddis have been recognized as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
| A |
Only 1
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| B |
Only 2
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| C |
Both 1 and 2
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| D |
Neither 1 nor 2
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