Q163
The first of the fourteen biosphere reserves of India which was established in 1986 is:
A.
Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve
B.
Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve
C.
Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
AnswerD.
Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first biosphere reserve in India established in the year 1986. It is located in the Western Ghats and includes 2 of the 10 biogeographical provinces of India. Wide ranges of ecosystems and species diversity are found in this region.