India Biodiversity Hotspots Identified
India hosts four significant biodiversity hotspots, regions known for their exceptionally high plant and animal species, along with a high degree of endemism, facing extreme threats from human activities.
Identifying India's Biodiversity Hotspots
The four biodiversity hotspots located within India are:
- The Himalayas
- The Western Ghats and Sri Lanka
- The Indo-Burma region (partially includes Northeast India)
- Sundaland (partially includes Nicobar Islands)
These regions are critical for conservation efforts due to their unique ecological significance and vulnerability.
Similar Questions
- Which of the following two regions are biodiversity hot-spots of India?
- Which of the following endemic species is NOT found in the Western Ghats?
Important Questions from Biodiversity
Which of the following statements with regard to Biosphere Reserve is/are correct?
1. The idea of Biosphere Reserve was initiated by UNESCO in 1973-74
2. There are 18 designated Biosphere Reserves in India
3. All Biosphere Reserves in India have been included in world network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO
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Which one of the following statements about biodiversity is not correct ?
Which one among the following is the correct order of tiger reserves situated from North to South in India?
Which of the following are the major coral reef areas of India?
1. Gulf of Kachchh
2. Gulf of Mannar
3. Lakshadweep
4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Select the correct answer using the code given below:With reference to biodiversity, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1) Species richness and high degree of endemism are important criteria for identifying biodiversity hot spots.
2) Species diversity is highest in the tropic and decreases down the poles.
3) Biodiversity conservation may be in-situ as well as ex-situ.
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