Consider the following statements: Statement I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the “vermin” category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the “vermin” category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
Statement II: The Indian Flying Fox feeds on the blood of other animals.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
(b) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II does not explain Statement I
(c) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect
(d) Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct

Correct Answer: (c) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect

Explanation:

• Statement I is correct as the Indian Flying Fox has been classified as vermin in some parts of India, allowing for control measures due to their perceived impact on fruit crops.

Statement II is incorrect because the Indian Flying Fox is a frugivore and feeds primarily on fruits, nectar, and flowers, not on the blood of other animals.
Possible Sources: Wildlife conservation and biology references, Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.