Question
Download Solution PDF'Yaya Tso' is the first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) situated in which of the following States / UTs of India?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Ladakh.
Key Points Yaya Tso Lake
- Yaya Tso, a high-altitude lake located in Ladakh, is on track to become the region's first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
- This will be the first such site in Ladakh. It is a lake located at an altitude of 4820m above sea level.
- It is a very important nesting and breeding site for a variety of birds such as the bar-headed goose, black-necked crane and the brahminy duck.
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This designation recognizes and protects areas of unique and rich biodiversity, including flora and fauna, with the involvement of local communities.
Additional Information
- Majuli, Assam: This large river island in the Brahmaputra River is the world's largest river island and a designated BHS. It harbors diverse flora and fauna, including the endangered one-horned rhinoceros and the Assamese macaque.
- Aarey Colony, Maharashtra: Located amidst the bustling metropolis of Mumbai, Aarey Colony is surprisingly home to a rich biodiversity, including leopards, spotted deer, and over 300 species of birds. It was designated a BHS in 2014.
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Chilkagarh Kanak Durga Sacred Grove, West Bengal: This sacred grove in the Jhargram district is revered by the local communities and protects a rich variety of plant species, including several medicinal plants. It was designated a BHS in 2013.
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