Consider the following statements:
Indian Giant Squirrel is the state animal of Maharashtra.
It is listed as 'Least Concern' in the IUCN Red List.
Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is home to an endemic subspecies of the Indian Giant Squirrel.
The Indian Giant Squirrel plays a role in seed dispersal in its habitat.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

Question

Statement 1 is correct; Indian Giant Squirrel is the state animal of Maharashtra.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Indian Giant Squirrel is listed as 'Least Concern' by the IUCN, but some subspecies may face threats locally.
Statement 3 is correct; the Bhimashankar sanctuary houses an endemic subspecies.
Statement 4 is correct; the squirrel plays an ecological role as a seed disperser.

Thus, statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct.

GKToday Admin · Accepted Answer

1, 3 and 4

Statement 1 is correct; Indian Giant Squirrel is the state animal of Maharashtra.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Indian Giant Squirrel is listed as 'Least Concern' by the IUCN, but some subspecies may face threats locally.
Statement 3 is correct; the Bhimashankar sanctuary houses an endemic subspecies.
Statement 4 is correct; the squirrel plays an ecological role as a seed disperser.

Thus, statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct.

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