The correct answer is: a) Cheetah.
The cheetah is a large cat native to Africa and Asia. It is the fastest land animal on Earth, capable of running at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour. Cheetahs are solitary animals and are typically found in open grasslands and savannas. They are carnivores and their diet consists mainly of small mammals, such as gazelles and antelopes.
The reintroduction of cheetahs to Punjab is being considered as part of a larger effort to restore the region’s biodiversity. Cheetahs were once found in Punjab, but they were hunted to extinction in the early 20th century. The reintroduction of cheetahs would help to restore the balance of the ecosystem and provide a boost to the local economy through ecotourism.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Tigers are native to India and Southeast Asia.
- Lions are native to Africa.
- Rhinoceroses are native to Africa and Asia.