Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India. Statement-II:…

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India. Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
  1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
  2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
  3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
  4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Solution

Per the official UPSC key, the answer is B. Most coaching keys marked C: Statement-I correct, Statement-II false because marsupials live in varied habitats including forests and deserts.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2023

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