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Which of the following is protected under Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
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- Porcupine
- Gerbil
- Bandicoot rat
- Squirrel
- Porcupine
Correct Option: A
An endangered species, porcupines are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. Among the types especially mentioned for protection under Part I of Schedule II of the Act are: Bengal Porcupine and Himalayan Crestless Porcupine.