Ramsar sites Flashcards
1
Q
How many Ramsar sites does India have now ?
A
India had 75 in 2023, now 5 have been added, so totally 80 Ramsar sites
2
Q
What are Ramsar sites ?
A
These are special status given to certain wetlands for conservation
3
Q
Which state has the maximum no of Ramsar sites now ?
A
Tamil Nadu
4
Q
What are the 5 new Ramsar sites ?
A
1) Ankasamudra Bird conservation , Karnataka
2) Aghanashini Estuary, Karnataka
3) Magadi kere conservation reserve, Karnataka
4) Karaivatti sanctuary , Tamil Nadu
5) Long wood shola forest, Tamil Nadu
5
Q
Which wetland (Ramsar site) saw the celebration of World Wetlands day in India ?
A
Sirpur wetland, MP
6
Q
When is World Wetlands day celebrated ?
A
2nd Feb
