The correct answer is: a) The Indian Roller.
The Indian Roller is a large, brightly colored bird that is found in open country and scrubland across much of India and Sri Lanka. It is a member of the roller family, Coraciidae, which also includes the European roller and the Eurasian hoopoe.
The Indian Roller is a distinctive bird with a long, slender body and a short tail. It has a large head with a blue crown and a white face. The neck and breast are blue, and the back and wings are green. The underparts are white, and the tail is black with white tips.
The Indian Roller is a noisy bird that gives a loud, harsh call. It is a good flier and often perches on high branches or wires. It feeds on insects, which it catches on the ground or in the air.
The Indian Roller is a common bird and is not considered to be threatened. However, it is sometimes persecuted by farmers who believe that it eats their crops.
The other options are incorrect because:
- The Peacock is the national bird of India.
- The Great Hornbill is a large, hornbill bird that is found in forests across Southeast Asia.
- The Kingfisher is a small, brightly colored bird that is found near water across much of the world.