With reference to the Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements: 1. It is situated in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. 2. The sanctuary is primarily known for its elephant and Indian bison populations. 3. It is bordered by the Gabharu River to the west. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
1.It is situated in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas.
2.The sanctuary is primarily known for its elephant and Indian bison populations.
3.It is bordered by the Gabharu River to the west.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, in the Sonitpur district of Assam, India. It shares a border with the Kameng Reserved Forest of Arunachal Pradesh. It is known as the “Jewel of Assam”. Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its diverse fauna, including significant populations of Asian elephants and Indian bison (also known as gaur).

Statement 3 is incorrect. The sanctuary is bordered by the Gabharu River to the east.

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