General Studies Question 167

Question: In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the ‘Great Indian Hombill’ in its natural habitat?

Options:

A) Sand deserts of North-West India

B) Higher Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir

C) Salt marshes of Western Gujarat

D) Western Ghats

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • Exp. [d] Great Hornbill or Great Indian Hornbill is one of the larger member of the hornbill family. It is found in South and South-East Asia. They are also found in Western Ghats. Under IUCN Red List, great Indian Hornbill comes under Near Threatened.