Q. Consider the following statements about Ramsar Sites:
1. Brazil has the largest area under wetland protection.
2. The countries with the most Ramsar Sites is the United Kingdom.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Sites globally and in India

  • The countries with the most Ramsar Sites are the United Kingdom(175) and Mexico (142). Bolivia has the largest area under wetland protection.
  • India has a total of 49 designated sites spread over 18 states and two Union Territories. Of the 49 sites, 10 are in UP, 6 in Punjab, 4 each in Gujarat and Jammu, and Kashmir among others.

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