Consider the following statements:
Statement-1: Marsupials are not naturally found in India.
Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-ll is the correct explanation for Statement-1
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-1
(c) Statement-l is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-1 is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Answer: C
Statement-1: Marsupials are not naturally found in India.
- This statement is correct. Marsupials, a group of mammals that includes kangaroos, koalas, and wombats, are not naturally found in India. They are primarily found in Australia, New Guinea, and some surrounding regions.
Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators.
- This statement is incorrect. Marsupials are a diverse group of animals that can thrive in various habitats, including forests, deserts, and grasslands. They have adapted to different environments and can be found in a range of ecosystems with varying levels of predators.
Therefore, Statement-1 is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect. The correct answer is (c) Statement-1 is correct but Statement-II is incorrect.
