Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India ?
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A.
Saltwater crocodile
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B.
Olive ridley turtle
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C.
Gangetic dolphin
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D.
Gharial
Correct Answer:
C. Gangetic dolphin
Explanation:
The national aquatic animal of India is the Gangetic dolphin (also known as the Ganges river dolphin or "Susu"). It is found in freshwaters of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, Meghna, and Karnaphuli-Sangu river systems in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. The Gangetic dolphin symbolizes the purity of river ecosystems and is an important indicator of river health. It was declared the national aquatic animal of India in 2009 to raise awareness and protect this endangered species.
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) Gangetic dolphin.
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