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UPSC 2011: The "Red Data Books" published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of 1. Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots. 2. Threatened plant and animal species. 3. Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a)1 and 3
(b)2 only
(c)2 and 3
(d)3 only
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (b) 2 only
The IUCN Red Data Book catalogues threatened (Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered, etc.) plant and animal species worldwide. It does not list endemic species per hotspot nor does it list protected areas; therefore only statement 2 is correct. ([testbook.com](https://testbook.com/question-answer/the-red-data-books-published-by-the-in--60213610b3e985d685829306?utm_source=openai))
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2011, GS Paper 1, as Question 79. It falls under Environment & Ecology > Biodiversity & Conservation.
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