According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except under some provisions provided by law?

1. Gharial — Protected under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (Schedule I). Animals in Schedule I cannot be hunted except under specific legal provisions. Verdict: Correct.

2. Indian wild ass — Also a highly protected species under the Act (Schedule I). Hence, it cannot be hunted except as permitted by law. Verdict: Correct.

3. Wild buffalo — Protected under Schedule I of the Act as well. Therefore, hunting is prohibited except under statutory exceptions. Verdict: Correct.

Since all three are protected animals that cannot be hunted except under provisions of the Act, the correct answer is (d) 1, 2 and 3.