Q. With reference to ‘Eurasian Otter’ consider the following statements:
1.In India, it is only found in the western parts of India.
2.It is listed in Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972..
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Eurasian Otter are found in three continents: Europe, Asia and Africa. In India, it is present in northern, northeast and southern India.

Statement 2 is correct. It is listed in Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and its IUCN status is NT.

Source: ForumIAS