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Which government notified Nanjarayan Tank as 17th bird sanctuary?
A)
Karnataka
B)
Uttar Pradesh
C)
Tamil Nadu
D)
Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Tamil Nadu


The "Tamil Nadu" government will notify the Nanjarayan Tank in Tiruppur district as the 17th bird sanctuary in the State, Minister for Forests "K. Ramachandran" announced in the Assembly on APRIL 25th, 2022.
 
The Minister said that the 125.86 hectare water body, located in the outskirts of Tiruppur city, hosts around 130 bird species along with other flora and fauna. The Minister also said that a conservation centre will be established to describe the various bird species found in the tank. It will also focus on conservation and research. An initial sum of ₹ 7.5 crore has been allocated for the works..

Source : The Hindu

Published On : May 19, 2022
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