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Q3. Consider the following description of a wild cat species found in India: It is a medium-sized wild cat characterized by large, cloud-like blotches on its coat and exceptionally long canine teeth relative to its skull size. It is primarily arboreal, capable of climbing down tree trunks headfirst due to its flexible ankle joints. In India, its habitat is largely restricted to the dense tropical and subtropical forests of the Himalayan foothills and North-East India. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and receives maximum legal protection under Schedule I of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

Q2. With reference to polymer currency notes introduced on a pilot basis by central monetary authorities, consider the following statements: 1. Polymer banknotes have a significantly longer lifespan compared to traditional paper currency notes, leading to reduced replacement costs. 2. Polymer substrate notes absorb moisture and oil more rapidly than cotton-based paper, making them less suitable for high-humidity tropical climates.

Q1. Consider the following pairs of Protected Areas and Wetlands with their salient ecological features: 1. Glaw Lake — High-altitude freshwater lake situated within the Kamlang Tiger Reserve 2. Deepor Beel — Riverine wetland formed in the former channel of the Brahmaputra River 3. Point Calimere — Coastal wetland complex supporting extensive mangrove forests and intertidal mudflats 4. Rudrasagar Lake — Lowland sedimentation reservoir fed by three streams in Tripura

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