Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims]

(a) Saltwater crocodile

(b) Olive ridley turtle

(c) Gangetic dolphin

(d) Gharial


Answer: (c)        

Explanation:

  • The Ganges River Dolphin, also known as the “Susu,” holds the distinction of being India’s National Aquatic Animal and is one of the country’s National Symbols.
  • These dolphins are primarily found in the river systems of Ganga, Brahmaputra, Meghna, as well as Karnaphuli-Sangu, which span across Nepal, India, and Bangladesh.

Consider the following statements:                                                                   The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

Read More »

Consider the following statements:                                                         The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

Read More »

Useful Links

Download
Neyyar App

Left Menu Icon