UPSC 2023EnvironmentModerate

Consider the following statements : Statement-I : Marsupials are not naturally found in India. Statement-II : Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators. 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 is the correct explanation for Statement-I
b
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
c
Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
d
Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
BiogeographyMarsupial Distribution & HabitatMarsupialsIndianaturally foundmontane grasslandspredatorsthrive

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