Interactive map of all UNESCO recognized Biosphere Reserves in India.
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Which of the following was the FIRST Biosphere Reserve established in India?
Options: Nanda Devi, Sundarbans, Nilgiri, Gulf of Mannar
Answer: Nilgiri — The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first to be established in India in 1986.
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Which Biosphere Reserve is known for the conservation of the Lion-tailed Macaque?
Options: Nilgiri, Nanda Devi, Sundarbans, Pachmarhi
Answer: Nilgiri — The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is famous for the endangered Lion-tailed Macaque.
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The Valley of Flowers is located within which Biosphere Reserve?
Options: Nanda Devi, Khangchendzonga, Cold Desert, Nokrek
Answer: Nanda Devi — The Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve in Uttarakhand includes the Valley of Flowers National Park.
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Which is the largest Biosphere Reserve in India by area?
Options: Gulf of Kachchh (Great Rann), Gulf of Mannar, Sundarbans, Nilgiri
Answer: Gulf of Kachchh (Great Rann) — The Great Rann of Kutch (Gujarat) is the largest biosphere reserve in India geographically.
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