Ramsar Sites — Set 3
Environment · रामसर स्थल · Questions 21–30 of 70
The 'Haiderpur Wetland', added in 2021, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Uttar Pradesh
The correct answer is 'Uttar Pradesh'. Haiderpur is a human-made wetland located within the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary in UP. It was formed after the construction of the Madhya Ganga Barrage. It is a critical stopover site for migratory birds on the Central Asian Flyway.
Which Ramsar site in Kerala is known for its unique 'Sasthamkotta' freshwater lake?
Correct Answer: C. Sasthamkotta Lake
Sasthamkotta Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala. It provides drinking water to half a million people in the Kollam district. The lake is naturally cleaned by a large population of larva-eating 'Chaoborus' flies.
The 'Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary', a Ramsar site, is situated in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Haryana
Bhindawas is the largest human-made freshwater wetland in Haryana. It serves as an important ecological corridor for migratory birds. The sanctuary provides a safe haven for over 250 species of birds throughout the year.
Which of the following Ramsar sites is a crater lake formed by a meteorite impact?
Correct Answer: D. Lonar Lake
Lonar Lake is a unique saline soda lake located in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra. It was formed about 50,000 years ago by a high-velocity meteorite impact. It is one of the few basaltic impact craters in the world.
The 'Pichavaram Mangrove' Ramsar site is found in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Tamil Nadu
Pichavaram is one of the world's largest mangrove forests, located near Chidambaram in Tamil Nadu. It consists of numerous islands interspersed with a vast expanse of water. These mangroves act as a natural barrier against storm surges and tsunamis.
What is the maximum number of sites that a country can list on the Montreux Record at once?
Correct Answer: C. No fixed limit
The correct answer is 'No fixed limit'. There is no formal restriction on the number of sites a nation can place on the Montreux Record. It depends entirely on the ecological status and conservation needs of the individual wetlands. Sites are added or removed based on the effectiveness of management actions.
Which Ramsar site in Punjab is famous as a human-made wetland located at the confluence of Beas and Sutlej?
Correct Answer: C. Harike
Harike Wetland is the largest man-made wetland in Northern India. It was created in 1953 by building a barrage across the Sutlej River. It is a vital wintering ground for several rare species like the Indus river dolphin.
The 'Nanda Lake' Ramsar site is the first of its kind to be designated in which state/UT?
Correct Answer: A. Goa
Nanda Lake is located in the South Goa district and was designated as Goa's first Ramsar site. It is a large freshwater wetland that supports local agriculture and biodiversity. The site is a haven for several resident and migratory bird species.
In which state is the 'Deepor Beel' Ramsar site located?
Correct Answer: C. Assam
Deepor Beel is a permanent freshwater lake located in a former channel of the Brahmaputra River. It is a significant wetland for fish and bird diversity in the state of Assam. It also provides a vital water storage area for the city of Guwahati.
The 'Bakhira Sanctuary', a freshwater marshland Ramsar site, is in which state?
Correct Answer: D. Uttar Pradesh
Bakhira Sanctuary is located in the Sant Kabir Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. It provides a safe wintering ground for a large number of Central Asian birds. It is the largest natural flood plain wetland in eastern UP.