Gulf of Mannar: India’s first marine biosphere - Environment & Biodiversity

Q.  Which of the following is India’s first marine biosphere?
- Published on 01 Sep 15

a. Palk Bay and Palk Strait
b. Great Nicobar
c. Sunderbans
d. Gulf of Mannar

ANSWER: Gulf of Mannar
 
It is famous for sea cow (dugong). India has 18 biosphere reserves. Out of these, 9 are recognized by the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by the UNESCO. Gulf of Mannar is a recognized site.

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