UPSC General Studies Solved Paper - General Studies-2012

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    Vultures which used to be very common in Indian countryside some years ago are rarely seen nowadays. This is attributed to

    A)  the destruction of their nesting sites by new invasive species.

    B)  a drug used by cattle owners for treating their diseased cattle.

    C)  scarcity of food available to them.

    D)  a widespread, persistent and fatal disease among them.

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Exp. [b] Diclofenac is a drug used by cattle owners for treating diseased cattle, destroys the digestive system of ualtures. This has resulted into a drastic reduction in their population.


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