Q. With reference to the Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
1.It is Asia’s first protected royal bird habitat.
2.It is located in the state of Assam.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Both are correct
Statement 1 is correct: Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary, established in 1633 AD by Ahom king Swargadeo Pratap Singha in Majuli, is recognized as Asia’s first protected royal bird habitat, with a 392-year legacy now being revived through festivals.
Statement 2 is correct: It is located in Majuli, Assam’s riverine island district, hosting over 150 species of indigenous and migratory birds amid biodiversity-rich wetlands.
Source: NET
