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Wildlife species that is classified as rare species in India is ___________.
  1. Neelgai
  2. Himalayan brown bear
  3. Cheetah
  4. Lion

A
Himalayan brown bear
B
Cheetah
C
Neelgai
D
Lion
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  • Himalayan Brown bear is a rare species found in Northern India and some parts of Pakistan.
  • It is classified as critically endangered species in IUCN Red Book.
  • The population of Himalayan brown bear is believed to have increased to 200.
  • It is also known as "Dzu-The".

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