UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2017

From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats?

  1. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
  2. Nallamala Forest
  3. Nagarhole National Park
  4. Seshachalam Biosphere Reserve

Answer

Correct Answer

Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve

Explanation

Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu forms an important ecological corridor connecting the Eastern Ghats with the Western Ghats, facilitating wildlife movement (especially elephants) between the two ranges.

Topics: biodiversity and protected areas, eastern-western ghats connectivity, geography, physical geography of india