pyq/2023/prelims/12

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 StatementII 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