Q. Consider the following statements about Dehing Patkai National Park:
1.It is India’s largest stretch of lowland rainforest, also known as the “Amazon of the East.”
2.It was declared a National Park in 2004 and later designated as an Elephant Reserve under Project Elephant in 2021.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Dehing Patkai is indeed the largest lowland rainforest in India and is popularly called the “Amazon of the East.”
- In 2004, it was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary, not a National Park. It was officially notified as a National Park in 2021. It was also declared as an Elephant Reserve earlier, under Project Elephant, highlighting its importance for elephant conservation.
Source: Environment (Factly)
