A
Both 1 and 2
B
1 only
C
2 only
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (b) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as stray animals on high-speed expressways pose a major hazard leading to collisions and fatalities. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Supreme Court agreed to hear NHAI's plea specifically contesting judicial directions requiring it to build stray cattle shelters along national highways.
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