With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. A Sanctuary in North-east India is home to this ape species listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List. 2. They have specialized brachiation and can easily swing between trees. 3. They possess a strong and heavy build like gorillas, yet are remarkably agile tree climbers. Select the answer using the code given below:

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UPSC CSE PRELIMS2026General Studies Wildlife ConservationHard

With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct?

A Sanctuary in North-east India is home to this ape species listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List.
They have specialized brachiation and can easily swing between trees.
They possess a strong and heavy build like gorillas, yet are remarkably agile tree climbers.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Correct Answer: B — 1 and 2

Explanation:

The Western hoolock gibbon is an endangered ape found in a sanctuary in North-east India. Its brachiating tree-swinging locomotion is accepted. The gorilla-like heavy-build description is not accepted.