GSI explorers made a significant breakthrough by uncovering ancient fossils in Tolegre, South Garo Hills of Meghalaya. The fossils are estimated to be around 35-40 million years old.
Location and Context
- Discovered during the Core Geo Expedition’s exploration earlier this year.
- Found in the remote Gongdap village near Tolegre.
Speculation on Species
- The Core Geo Expedition team, including Tudor Tamas, Milton Sangma, and Salban Manda, speculated that the fossils could be linked to the genera Rhodocetus or Amulocetus.
- These genera are now extinct and considered ancestors of modern whales.
Further Investigation
- The GSI team plans to return to the site for further examination.
- This marks a significant milestone in paleontological research within India.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
- Where were the ancient fossils discovered by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) explorers?
- A) Tolegre, North Garo Hills
- B) Tolegre, South Garo Hills
- C) Tolegre, West Garo Hills
- D) Tolegre, East Garo Hills
- Answer: B) Tolegre, South Garo Hills
- How old are the estimated fossils discovered in Tolegre, Meghalaya?
- A) 20-25 million years old
- B) 30-35 million years old
- C) 35-40 million years old
- D) 40-45 million years old
- Answer: C) 35-40 million years old
- Where is the remote village Gongdap located?
- A) Tolegre, South Garo Hills
- B) Tolegre, North Garo Hills
- C) Tolegre, West Garo Hills
- D) Tolegre, East Garo Hills
- Answer: A) Tolegre, South Garo Hills
- Which extinct genera are the discovered fossils speculated to be linked to?
- A) Megalodon or Basilosaurus
- B) Rhodocetus or Amulocetus
- C) Brontosaurus or Stegosaurus
- D) Pterodactyl or Triceratops
- Answer: B) Rhodocetus or Amulocetus