UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 58
Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Keibul Lamjao National Park in Manipur occupies floating vegetated mats (phumdis) on Loktak Lake and is important habitat of the sangai deer.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - Bhitarkanika is known for mangrove forests and estuarine wildlife.
B: Correct - Keibul Lamjao is the famous floating national park on phumdis.
C: Incorrect - Keoladeo in Rajasthan is an important wetland bird sanctuary, not a floating swamp park.
D: Incorrect - Sultanpur in Haryana is a wetland bird park without floating phumdis.