- A Endangered, Vulnerable, Critically Endangered
- B Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered (CR being highest risk before Extinct in Wild)
- C Rare, Threatened, Endangered
- D Near Threatened, Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered
Correct answer: D. Near Threatened, Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered
Explanation: IUCN categories in increasing risk: Least Concern, Near Threatened, Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered, Extinct in Wild, Extinct.
Concept context
Levels of biodiversity, species richness patterns, threats (HIPPO), and conservation strategies. Always in NEET.