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Which state is known as “Paradise of Botanists"?
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Punjab
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Sikkim
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Jaipur
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Goa
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Arunachal Pradesh is also known as ‘Paradise of Botanists.
Detailed explanation-2: -Arunachal Pradesh has the highest number of orchid species (around 622 species) reported from the state. Arunachal Pradesh has also been termed as ‘Orchid Paradise of India’ because of the maximum concentration of orchid species (about 40% of the country) in the State.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Arunachal Himalayas (formerly called Assam Himalayas) have been described by botanists as a treasure trove of orchids. Indeed, Arunachal Pradesh, with around 622 recorded orchid species which is 40% of the total orchid species found in the country, is known as the “Orchid Paradise of India”.
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