Detailed Explanation:

Answer: Option 4 — 1, 2 and 3

All three animals—Gharial, Indian wild ass, and Wild Buffalo—are listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which provides the highest level of protection. Schedule I species cannot be hunted by any person except under exceptional provisions such as disease control or to prevent human attacks, making hunting of all three animals illegal under normal circumstances.

✅ Statement 1 – Correct: Gharial is listed in Schedule I and enjoys absolute protection from hunting.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Indian wild ass is listed in Schedule I and is protected from hunting.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Wild Buffalo is listed in Schedule I and cannot be hunted except under specific legal provisions.