UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2017

If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit?

  1. Bhitarkanika Mangroves
  2. Chambal River
  3. Pulicat Lake
  4. Deepor Beel

Answer

Correct Answer

Chambal River

Explanation

The Chambal River (National Chambal Sanctuary) is one of the best-known natural habitats for viewing gharials in India, hosting a significant population of this critically endangered crocodilian.

Topics: environment and ecology, geography, gharial habitat - chambal river, wildlife habitats