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Download Solution PDFGovernment of Odisha has declared the following Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS) for the conservation of Biodiversity in the state. Which of the following pairs (Name of the BHS and district) are not correct?
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OPSC OAS 2023 Prelims (General Studies) Official Paper-I
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 2 : Mandasaru Gorge: Kalahandi District
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Download Solution PDFThe Correct answer is option 2.
Key Points
- Gandhamardan Hill Range: Bargarh and Balangir District (1): This pair is correct. The Gandhamardan Hill Range spans both Bargarh and Balangir districts and is recognized as a biodiversity heritage site.
- Mandasaru Gorge: Kalahandi District (2): This pair is incorrect. The Mandasaru Gorge is located in the Nabarangpur district, not Kalahandi.
- Satkosia Gorge: Angul District (3): This pair is correct. The Satkosia Gorge is indeed located in the Angul district and is recognized for its biodiversity.
- Mahendragiri Hill Range: Gajapati District (4): This pair is correct. The Mahendragiri Hill Range is located in Gajapati district and is recognized as a biodiversity heritage site.
- The pair that is not correct is Option 2: Mandasaru Gorge: Kalahandi District.
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