The Indian Sundarbans was designated as a Ramsar site on January 30, 2019. It is recognized for its unique mangrove ecosystem, rich biodiversity, and its role in protecting the coastline. It is one of the largest single blocks of tidal halophytic mangrove forests in the world.
The Sundarban is declared as 'Ramsar site' in
Asked in WBPSC CS Prelims 2021 · Topic: Sanctuary/Biosphere Reserve (Conservation Significance and Ecosystem Services provided by Protected Areas)
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- From the given below, select the one which has been declared a ‘World Heritage Site.’
- Consider the following statements about the Ramsar sites in India: 1. A Ramsar site is declared based on its ecological importance and biodiversity richness. 2. Chilika Lake was the first Indian site to be added to the Ramsar list. 3. As of 2023, India has more than 75 Ramsar sites. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- With reference to 'Operation Olivia', which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. It is an initiative of Indian Coast Guards to protect Olive Ridley turtles along the coast of Odisha. 2. Operation Olivia carried out during the month of August which is the nesting time of Olive Ridley turtles. Select the correct answer from the code given below : Code :
- Which one of the following is the world's richest region from a marine biodiversity perspective, comprising 21 islands with estuaries, beaches, forests of the nearshore environment, seagrasses, coral reefs, salt marshes and mangroves?
- Which one of the following is not a biosphere reserve of India?
- Which one of the following biosphere reserves is spread over three States in India?
- Which one of the following biosphere reserves comprises islands with estuaries, beaches, coral reefs, salt marshes and mangroves ?
- Arrange the following biosphere reserves in decreasing order of their geographical area :