The Western Ghats of India have come under the “Hotspot” category because of
A
High elevation
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B
Tropical climate
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C
Evergreen forest
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D
High endemism
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Solution
The correct option is D
High endemism
Biodiversity Hotspots are regions that have a high percentage of endemic species. UNESCO has identfied several such Hotspots throughout the world, the Western Ghats being one of them. Since these species cannot be found anywhere else in the world, it has become highly imperative that the Hotspots are safely guarded from human destruction.