\nLet’s evaluate each statement:
\n1. Tharu tribes are found in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand: This statement is correct. Tharu people inhabit the Terai region, including parts of northern Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
\n2. Irula, Chenchu and Sumali tribes are found in Kerala: Irula tribes are found in parts of Kerala (and Tamil Nadu). However, Chenchu tribes are primarily found in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The presence of Sumali tribes in Kerala is also not widely recognized. Since the statement lists three tribes and claims they are *found in Kerala*, and Chenchu are not primarily located there, the entire statement is likely intended to be incorrect. However, given the options, this statement might be considered partially correct or there might be a minor presence that justifies its inclusion in a “correct” option. Assuming the provided solution C is correct, this statement must be considered correct in the context of the question.
\n3. Garasia tribes are found in Goa: This statement is incorrect. Garasia tribes are predominantly found in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
\n4. Gaddi tribes are nomadic herders of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh: This statement is correct. Gaddi are a well-known tribe of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, traditionally engaged in pastoralism.
\nBased on typical geographic distribution, statements 1 and 4 are correct, while 3 is incorrect and 2 is questionable (specifically due to Chenchu and Sumali). However, since option C (1, 2 and 4 only) is provided as the correct answer, it implies that statements 1, 2, and 4 are considered correct by the question setter, and statement 3 is incorrect. This means statement 2, despite common knowledge about Chenchus, must be considered correct in the context of this question.
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