Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat ? 1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary 2. Gangotri National Park 3. Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary 4. Manas National Park Select the correct answer using the code given be

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Q: (IAS/2020)

Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat ?
1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary
2. Gangotri National Park
3. Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
4. Manas National Park

Select the correct answer using the code given below

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Geography

question_exam: 

IAS

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{'musk deer': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'kishanpur wildlife sanctuary': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'askot wildlife sanctuary': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'natural habitat': [0, 1, 1, 8], 'gangotri national park': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'likely places': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'manas national park': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The musk deer is found in the high altitudes of the Himalayas and is known for its musk gland that is used in perfumes and traditional medicine.

Out of the given options, the most likely places to find musk deer in its natural habitat are:

Askot Wildlife Sanctuary - located in Uttarakhand and is known for its high altitude wildlife including musk deer.

Gangotri National Park - located in Uttarakhand and is a protected area for high altitude flora and fauna including musk deer.

Therefore, the correct answer is option (a) 1 and 2 only. Option (b) 2 and 3 only, option (c) 3 and 4 only, and option (d) 1 and 4 only are incorrect.