Which among the following area in India has the largest number of endemic plant species?

Himalayan Region

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Malabar Region

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Gangetic Plains

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Western Ghats

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Solution

The correct option is D Western Ghats
D. Western Ghats
EXPLANATION: The Western Ghats covers a total area of 140000 sq km. It is a part of the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat. The largest numbers of endemic plant species are found here. According to scientists, this region is among the biodiversity hot spots of the country.

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