Consider the following description: Located in the state of Tamil Nadu, it is one of the oldest bird-protected areas in the country. This freshwater wetland has been community-protected for centuries, where locals safeguard the heronry and benefit from the “Liquid Guano Effect” that enriches agricultural fields. It is also recognized as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) and was designated a Ramsar Site in 2022. Which of the following correctly describes the site mentioned above? |ForumIAS

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Q. Consider the following description:
Located in the state of Tamil Nadu, it is one of the oldest bird-protected areas in the country. This freshwater wetland has been community-protected for centuries, where locals safeguard the heronry and benefit from the “Liquid Guano Effect” that enriches agricultural fields. It is also recognized as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) and was designated a Ramsar Site in 2022.
Which of the following correctly describes the site mentioned above?

[A] Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary

[B] Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary

[C] Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary

[D] Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary

Answer: A

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Source- TOI