General Studies Question 72

Question: Vultures which used to be very common in Indian countryside some years ago are rarely seen nowadays. This is attributed to

Options:

A) the destruction of their nesting sites by new invasive species.

B) a drug used by cattle owners for treating their diseased cattle.

C) scarcity of food available to them.

D) a widespread, persistent and fatal disease among them.

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • Exp. [b] Diclofenac is a drug used by cattle owners for treating diseased cattle, destroys the digestive system of ualtures. This has resulted into a drastic reduction in their population.