Ramsar Sites — Set 4
Environment · रामसर स्थल · Questions 31–40 of 70
Which state has the second-highest number of Ramsar sites in India as of 2024?
Correct Answer: B. Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh has 10 designated Ramsar sites, making it second after Tamil Nadu. These include sites like the Upper Ganga River and Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary. The state's vast plains support numerous critical wetland ecosystems.
The 'Karikili Bird Sanctuary' Ramsar site is located in which state?
Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
Karikili is located in the Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu. It provides a unique breeding habitat for several waterbird species. It is situated close to the famous Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary.
Which Ramsar site in Gujarat is a human-made reservoir created to supply water to Vadodara?
Correct Answer: A. Wadhvana Wetland
Wadhvana Wetland is a century-old tank that has become an important birding site. It attracts thousands of migratory birds from the Caspian region and Siberia. The site is managed effectively for both irrigation and conservation.
The 'Sirpur Wetland' Ramsar site is located in which city of Madhya Pradesh?
Correct Answer: A. Indore
Sirpur Wetland is a human-made lake that has been a significant bird area for decades. It is located in the Indore city limits and supports a rich variety of aquatic life. It serves as an important urban lung for the local environment.
Which of the following is a Ramsar site in Tripura?
Correct Answer: B. Rudrasagar Lake
Rudrasagar Lake is a natural sedimentation reservoir located in the Melaghar area. It is famous for the Neermahal palace situated in the middle of the lake. The site is an important habitat for various species of flora and fauna.
The 'Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary' was designated a Ramsar site in which year?
Correct Answer: D. 2022
Ranganathittu is the first Ramsar site from the state of Karnataka, added in 2022. It consists of six islets on the banks of the Kaveri River. The sanctuary is a globally recognized breeding ground for several waterbird species.
The 'Shallbugh Wetland' Ramsar site is located in which region?
Correct Answer: B. Kashmir Valley
Shallbugh is a large marshland located in the Srinagar district of Jammu and Kashmir. It provides a critical habitat for millions of migratory birds during the winter season. It is one of several important wetlands in the valley.
Which Ramsar site in Bihar is an oxbow lake formed by the meandering of the Gandak River?
Correct Answer: B. Kanwar Lake
Kanwar Lake (Kabartal) is Asia's largest freshwater oxbow lake. It was designated as Bihar's first Ramsar site in 2020. The wetland is a vital part of the Central Asian Flyway for migratory birds.
The 'Gulf of Mannar Marine Biosphere Reserve' Ramsar site is shared by which two nations' waters?
Correct Answer: B. India and Sri Lanka
The Gulf of Mannar is a shallow bay between the southeastern tip of India and the west coast of Sri Lanka. It is known for its extraordinary biological wealth including coral reefs and seagrass beds. It was designated a Ramsar site in 2022.
Which organization provides the technical support for the 'Ramsar Advisory Missions'?
Correct Answer: D. Ramsar Secretariat
The Ramsar Secretariat coordinates advisory missions to help countries manage their wetlands better. These missions provide expert advice on resolving ecological threats to designated sites. It is part of the international cooperation pillar of the convention.