TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION
INDIAN TRANSPORTATION COMMUNICATION NATIONAL PARKS AND SANCTUARIES
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Question
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Which one among the following has the maximum number of National Parks? [IAS 2008]
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Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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Arunachal Pradesh
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Assam
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Meghalaya
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Andaman & Nicobar.
Detailed explanation-2: -Madhya Pradesh and Andaman & Nicobar Islands have the maximum number of National Parks (9 each).
Detailed explanation-3: -Six famous National Parks are located on Andaman and Nicobar islands. Ans. The smallest National park is South Button National Park. It has a total area of 0.03 sq km.
Detailed explanation-4: -Madhya Pradesh is the state which has the highest number of national parks in India.
Detailed explanation-5: -There are 96 Wildlife sanctuaries, 9 National Parks and One Biosphere Reserve. Some important Protected Areas are: Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Wandoor: To protect marine and terrestrial fauna (281.50 sq.km).
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