Wildlife Sanctuaries & National Parks in India
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What is the primary aim of wildlife sanctuaries?

  • To conserve wildlife and their habitats. (correct)
  • To completely restrict any human activity.
  • To serve as educational institutions for wildlife.
  • To promote tourism and recreational activities.

    • How do national parks differ from wildlife sanctuaries?

  • Both serve the same purpose without any differences.
  • National parks have stricter regulations and conservation measures. (correct)
  • National parks allow more human activities than wildlife sanctuaries.
  • Wildlife sanctuaries focus only on animal species.

    • What are biosphere reserves intended for?

  • To protect only endangered species.
  • To isolate human populations from wildlife.
  • To provide recreation for tourists.
  • To serve as living laboratories for scientists. (correct)

    • What defines a biodiversity hotspot?

    <p>Regions with high levels of species richness and endemism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of tiger reserves?

    <p>To primarily conserve and protect endangered tigers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do Ramsar Sites serve?

    <p>They are wetlands of international importance recognized for their ecological significance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes marine protected areas?

    <p>They are zones established to conserve and protect marine ecosystems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes sacred groves?

    <p>They are patches of forests protected for cultural or spiritual significance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park is known for its population of One-Horned Rhinoceros?

    <p>Kaziranga National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following national parks is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan?

    <p>Keoladeo National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park in Jammu & Kashmir is home to the Kashmir stag?

    <p>Dachigam National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Great Himalayan National Park is notable for being designated as what type of site?

    <p>UNESCO World Heritage Site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park features the Lion-tailed macaque?

    <p>Silent Valley National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wildlife sanctuary is famous for the white-backed vulture?

    <p>Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park is known to house the Golden Langur and is also a UNESCO World Heritage site?

    <p>Manas National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following national parks in Uttarakhand is recognized as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve?

    <p>Nanda Devi National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park is the only floating park in the world, known for Sangai or Dancing Deers?

    <p>Keibul Lamjao National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park in Kerala is known for the Nilgiri Tahr?

    <p>Eravikulam National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which state is Gir Forest National Park located, known for the Asiatic lion?

    <p>Gujarat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park is renowned for its Salt water crocodile and mangroves?

    <p>Bhitarkanika National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park includes the Red Panda as one of its notable species?

    <p>Nokrek National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national park is located in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

    <p>Middle Button Island National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Wildlife Sanctuaries & National Parks

    • Wildlife Sanctuaries: Protected areas that focus on preserving animal, bird, and plant species. They allow limited human activity. India has over 500 wildlife sanctuaries.

    • Biosphere Reserves: Areas designated for conserving biodiversity while promoting sustainable development. These reserves act as living laboratories for studying the interaction between humans and the environment. India has 18 Biosphere Reserves.

    • National Parks: Stricter protected areas compared to sanctuaries aiming to protect natural habitats and wildlife, maintaining ecological balance. India has 106 National Parks.

    • Biodiversity Hotspots: Regions with high levels of species richness and endemism. India is home to 4 of the world's 36 biodiversity hotspots: The Himalayas, Western Ghats, Indo-Burma area, and Sundaland.

    • Tiger Reserves: Areas dedicated to the conservation and protection of endangered tiger species. India has 53 Tiger Reserves.

    • Elephant Reserves: Areas intended to protect and conserve elephant populations and their habitats. India has 33 Elephant Reserves.

    • Ramsar Sites: Wetlands of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention. These sites are crucial for supporting diverse water-dependent plant and animal life and ecosystems. India has 75 Ramsar Sites.

    • Marine Protected Areas: Zones in oceans, seas, or coastal areas established to conserve and protect marine ecosystems, species, and habitats. India has 31 Marine Protected Areas.

    • Sacred Groves: Patches of forests or woodland areas protected by local communities due to their religious, cultural, or spiritual significance. These groves often showcase high biodiversity and contribute to the conservation of rare and endemic species. India has about 14,000 Sacred Groves.

    • Bird Sanctuaries: Areas designated to protect various bird species. These sanctuaries support breeding, resting, and feeding habitats for both migratory and resident birds. India has 72 Bird Sanctuaries.

    • Coral Reef Reserves: Protected areas dedicated to conserving and managing delicate coral ecosystems. The aim is to protect these habitats and the biodiversity they support. India has approximately 4 Coral Reef Reserves.

    National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India

    • Kaziranga National Park (Assam): Known for its One-Horned Rhinoceros population and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    • Manas National Park (Assam): Home to Golden Langur, Red Panda, and also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

    • Gir Forest National Park (Gujarat): The only place in the world with an Asiatic Lion population.

    • Keibul Lamjao National Park (Manipur): The only floating National Park in the world, famous for the endangered Sangai or Dancing Deer.

    • Great Himalayan National Park (Himachal Pradesh): Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for its diverse flora and fauna, including Himalayan Tahr and Snow Leopard.

    • Khangchendzonga National Park (Sikkim): A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its stunning Himalayan landscapes, including Musk Deer.

    • Sunderbans Wildlife Sanctuary (West Bengal): A UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger and known for its mangrove forests.

    • Jim Corbett National Park (Uttarakhand): Established in 1936 as India's first national park, it's famous for its Bengal tiger population and diverse wildlife.

    • Nanda Devi National Park (Uttarakhand): A UNESCO World Heritage Site and UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, renowned for its scenic landscapes, including the rare Snow Leopard.

    • Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan): A UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its diverse bird population and recognized as an important bird sanctuary.

    • Bhitarkanika National Park (Odisha): A unique ecosystem featuring mangroves and a significant population of saltwater crocodiles.

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