Question: Which of the following regions of India have been designated as biodiversity hotspots? Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
- Eastern Himalaya
- Eastern Ghat
- Western Ghat
- Western Himalaya Codes:
Options:
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) 3 and 4 only
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
- A biodiversity hotspot is a biogeographic region with a significant reservoir of biodiversity that is under threat from humans. Around the world, as many as 25 areas qualify to be the hotspots. Out of which India has 2 hotspots: Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats.
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