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What is the name given to legally protected, ecologically unique and biodiversity:rich regions in India?

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  1. ANational Parks
  2. BBiosphere Reserves
  3. CWildlife Sanctuaries
  4. DSacred Groves

Correct answer

B. Biosphere Reserves

Step-by-step solution

In India , ecologically unique and biodiversity-rich regions are legally protected as biosphere reserves , national parks and sanctuaries. India now has 14 biosphere reserves, 90 national parks and 448 wildlife sanctuaries. India has also a history of religious and cultural traditions that emphasised protection of nature. In many cultures, tracts of forest were set aside, and all the trees and wildlife within were venerated and given total protection. Such sacred groves are found in Khasi and Jaintia Hills in Megha

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