Previous year MCQs

Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2018 GS-I
Question

Which pain killer given to cattle is responsible for near extinction of vultures in India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Diclofenac

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Diclofenac”.
Diclofenac is the pain killer that is responsible for the near extinction of vultures in India.

This medication was widely used to treat pain and inflammation in cattle, but it proved to be toxic to vultures that fed on the carcasses of treated animals. The resulting decline in vulture populations had a significant impact on the ecosystem, as vultures play a crucial role in decomposing carcasses and preventing the spread of diseases.

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