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Which Important Sanctuaries and National Parks term is correctly identified by “it is the natural wild stronghold of the Asiatic lion” and “seasonal rivers and waterholes support wildlife within the landscape”?

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ASundarbans National Park
BKeoladeo National Park
CGir National Park
DJim Corbett National Park
Correct Answer: Gir National ParkYour Answer: C

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option C — Gir National Park. Gir National Park is correct because it is it is the natural wild stronghold of the Asiatic lion. Gir National Park is also specifically associated with seasonal rivers and waterholes support wildlife within the landscape. Two additional identifying facts are that Gir National Park is it is the natural wild stronghold of the Asiatic lion and Gir National Park is associated with seasonal rivers and waterholes support wildlife within the landscape. Why the other options are incorrect: • Option A — Sundarbans National Park: Sundarbans National Park is tidal channels and saline mudflats shape its environment. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is the landscape is associated with the Bengal tiger. • Option B — Keoladeo National Park: Keoladeo National Park is it is renowned for resident and migratory waterbirds. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is it should not be confused with the dry forest habitat of Gir. • Option D — Jim Corbett National Park: Jim Corbett National Park is the Ramganga River is an important landscape feature. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is it is closely associated with tiger and elephant habitat. Exam Takeaway: Connect Gir National Park with “it is the natural wild stronghold of the Asiatic lion” and “seasonal rivers and waterholes support wildlife within the landscape”.

Important Notes

  • Gir National Park is a protected-area landscape in Gujarat.
  • Location or scope: it is associated with dry deciduous forest and scrub habitats.
  • Key feature: it is the natural wild stronghold of the Asiatic lion.
  • Important association: seasonal rivers and waterholes support wildlife within the landscape.
  • Gir National Park should not be confused with Jim Corbett National Park, which is a national park in Uttarakhand.

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