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Statewise GK · Q367

Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 367

Q367

Consider the following statements about Dachigam National Park. 1. The park got its name from the 10 villages that were relocated to create it. 2. The park was orignally established by a British Forest Officer in 1910. Which of the following is correct?

A.
Only 1
Answer
B.
Only 2
C.
Both (A) and (B)
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Dachigam National Park is located 22 km away from Srinagar. The area of the park is about 141 sq km with an altitude varying between 1700 and 4300 metres. The park has been a protected area since 1910. The park got its name from the ten villages (Dachigam) that were relocated to create this park.