[Solved] Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat? 1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary 2. Gangotri National park 3. Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary 4. Manas National Parke select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q97.Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat?

1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary

2. Gangotri National park

3. Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary

4. Manas National Parke

select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. I and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 3 and 4 only

D. I and 4 only

Answer: A

Explanation:

Himalayan / White-Bellied Musk Deer

· Found in Kashmir, Kumaon and Sikkim.

· Only males produce the musk.

· Threats include poaching & illegal trade for its musk.

· State animal of Uttarakhand.

· Endangered.

· Schedule I of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

· Appendix I of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).