The correct option is 2 only. In the context of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, wild animals are indeed considered state property, but this ownership does not negate the conservation principles that apply to them, especially when they are declared protected. This means that protected wild animals receive equal conservation status whether they are in designated protected areas (like national parks) or outside them, reflecting the law's aim to conserve biodiversity holistically. On the other hand, the apprehension of a protected animal posing a danger to human life does not automatically justify its capture or killing; due process is required to evaluate the situation, making statement 3 incorrect.