SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 45

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Herbivores. 

Herbivores have the longest small intestine among animals because their diet mainly consists of plant materials, which are rich in cellulose. Cellulose is difficult to digest and requires more time and surface area for proper absorption of nutrients. Therefore, herbivores like cows, deer, and elephants have a longer small intestine to facilitate efficient digestion. In contrast, carnivores and scavengers, which eat protein-rich meat, have shorter intestines, as meat is easier and quicker to digest.