Question

Q21. Consider the following statements about Sariska Tiger Reserve:

1. It is a national park and a tiger reserve.

2. It is a part of the Aravalli Range.

Which of the statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both 1 and 2

Sariska Tiger Reserve

• It is a national park and tiger reserve located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan
• It is a part of the Aravalli Range and the Kathiawar-Gir dry deciduous forests’ eco-region.
• It is rich in mineral resources, such as copper. In spite of the Supreme Court’s 1991 ban on mining in the area, marble mining continues to threaten the environment.