Question

Which pair of geographical area shows maximum diversity in our country?

• A. Sunderbans and Rann of Kutch
• B. Eastern Ghats and Western Ghats
• C. Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats
• D. Kerala and Punjab

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

A mountain range that runs parallel to the western coast of the Indian peninsula is known as the Western Ghats. The area has over 7,402 species of flowering plants, 1,814 species of non-flowering plants, 139 mammal species, 508 bird species, 179 amphibian species, 6,000 insects species, and 290 freshwater fish species. Many undiscovered species also exist. Around 325 globally threatened species also occur here. And this makes clear that the Western Ghats are the most biodiversity-rich zone in India. Joining the Western Ghats in this category are the Eastern Himalayas.

So, the correct answer is 'Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats'