Question

With reference to ‘dugong’, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/an; correct? 

1. It is a herbivorous marine animal. 

2. It is found along the entire coast of India. 

3. It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. 

Select the correct answer using the code given below. 

(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 (d) 3 only

Answer 1

(c) The dugong is a medium-sized marine mammal. Dugong is listed under schedule 1 of India Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. In 2008, a MoU was signed between the Ministry of Environment and Forests and the Government of India, in order to conserve dugongs. In fact the highest level of legal protection is accorded to dugongs in India.