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  1. Which of the following is protected under Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
    1. Porcupine
    2. Gerbil
    3. Bandicoot rat
    4. Squirrel
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.



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