Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the vermin
category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
Statement-II: The Indian Flying Fox feeds on the blood of other animals.
Which
one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a). Both Statement-I and Statement-II
are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
(b). Both Statement-I and Statement-II
are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
(c). Statement-I is correct, but
Statement-II is incorrect
(d). Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Explanation:
Statement I: The Indian Flying Fox can be
placed under the "vermin" category in the Wildlife (Protection) Act,
1972, but only under specific conditions and by a notification from the Central
Government. This is usually done in areas where they cause significant damage
to crops.
Statement II: The Indian Flying Fox is a
fruit bat and primarily feeds on fruits, nectar, and pollen. It does not feed
on blood like vampires.
Therefore, correct answer is option (c):
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect