Q. With reference to the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, consider the following statements:
1.It is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
2.The Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary makes an important part of this reserve.
3.It is bordered by the Mohana River to the north and the Sharda River to the south.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: Statements 2 and 3 are correct
Statement 1 is incorrect: Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is a prominent protected area located in the Terai region of Uttar Pradesh, India, primarily spanning the Lakhimpur Kheri and Bahraich districts along the Indo-Nepal border.
Statement 2 is correct: The reserve comprises three main components: Dudhwa National Park, Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary, and Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary.
Statement 3 is correct: It is bordered by the Mohana River to the north and the Sharda River to the south, with the Gerwa River flowing through Katarniaghat.
Source: PIB
