Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?

1. A. Saltwater crocodile
2. B. Olive ridley turtle
3. C. Gangetic dolphin
4. D. Gharial

Answer: C

Explanation

Gangetic dolphin is the national aquatic animal of India. Gangetic Dolphins are found in the river systems of Ganga, Brahmaputra, Meghna and Karnaphuli- Sangu in Nepal, India and Bangladesh. The IUCN status of the Gangetic Dolphin is Endangered.