Which of the following regions of India have been designated as biodiversity hotspots?

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Which of the following regions of India have been designated as biodiversity hotspots? 

Select the correct answer from the codes given below: 

1. Eastern Himalaya 

2. Eastern Ghat 

3. Western Ghat 

4. Western Himalaya 

Codes: 

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 3 and 4 only


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(b) A biodiversity hotspot is a biogeographic region with a significant reservoir of biodiversity that is under threat from humans. Around the world, as many as 25 areas qualify to be the hotspots. Out of which India has 2 hotspots: Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats.

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Correct option: (b) 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

A biodiversity hotspot is a biogeographic region with a significant reservoir of biodiversity that is under threat from humans. Around the world, as many as 25 areas qualify to be the hotspots. Out of which India has 2 hotspots: Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats. 

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