Which of the following species are given full or partial legal protection by the Indian government?

Kashmir Stag

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Freshwater crocodile

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Snow leopard

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Solution

The correct option is C Snow leopard
The Kashmir Stag, the freshwater crocodile, the saltwater crocodile, the Blackbuck, the great Indian bustard, and the snow leopard have been given full or partial legal protection by the Indian government. This means that these animals cannot be killed for sport or trade anywhere in the country.

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