According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except under some provisions provided by law ?
- Gharial
- Indian wild ass
- Wild buffalo
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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UPSC IAS – 2017
– Hunting of animals in Schedule I is completely prohibited unless it falls under very specific exceptions defined in Section 11 (like animals dangerous to human life or property, or disabled/diseased beyond recovery), which require permission from the Chief Wild Life Warden.
– Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) is listed in Schedule I.
– Indian wild ass (Equus hemionus khur) is listed in Schedule I.
– Wild buffalo (Bubalus arnee) is listed in Schedule I.