The book which keeps a record of all the endangered animals and plants is _______.

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (d) Red Data Book
Explanation:
· The Red Data Book is an international document maintained by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
· It records endangered and threatened species of animals, plants, and fungi globally.
· It helps in identifying species that are at risk of extinction and provides data essential for conservation efforts.
· The book categorizes species based on their risk status, such as Critically Endangered, Endangered, Vulnerable, Near Threatened, and Extinct.
· India's Red Data Book is managed by the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) and Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) for plants and animals, respectively.
Key Points:
· The IUCN Red List was first published in 1964.
· It is a key resource for environmentalists and policymakers for species conservation.
· The Red Data Book is updated periodically to reflect the changing conservation status of species.
· Examples of species listed in India's Red Data Book: Bengal Tiger, Asiatic Lion, and Great Indian Bustard.