Q. The Panda belongs to the same family as that of (UPSC Prelims 2009)
Answer: Bear
Notes: The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) belongs to the family Ursidae, which is the same family as bears. Despite their specialized diet of bamboo and some distinctive characteristics, pandas are classified as members of the bear family. Genetic studies and morphological analysis confirm this classification, as their skeletal structure, dental features, and genetic makeup are consistent with Ursidae.