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With reference to Madhav National Park, which of the following statements is/are correct ?

  1. It was declared a Tiger Reserve in India in 2025.
  2. Sakhya Sagar, which is designated as a Ramsar Site, is situated within this National Park.
  3. Its area is shared between Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

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Answer: (b) 1 and 2

With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct ?

  1. A Sanctuary in North-east India is home to this ape species listed as Endangered in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.
  2. They have specialized brachiation and can easily swing between trees.
  3. They possess a strong and heavy build like gorillas, yet are remarkably agile tree climbers.

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Answer: (b) 1 and 2

Which of the following statements with regard to the arrival of Amur Falcons at Doyang Lake in Nagaland each year from Mongolia is/are correct ?

  1. It showcases how sustained local conservation efforts can contribute to the arrival and protection of international migratory birds.
  2. It reflects the global success of advanced tracking technologies that guide migratory birds back to their stopover sites.
  3. It confirms that Amur Falcons have adapted to permanent residency in India due to favourable habitat changes.

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(b) 1 and 2
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Answer: (a) 1 only