The Simlipal Biosphere Reserve is located in:

Question

The Simlipal Biosphere Reserve is located in:

1. A. Meghalaya
2. B. Manipur
3. C. Assam
4. D. Odisha (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Odisha

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Odisha.

Key Points

• The Simlipal Biosphere Reserve is located in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha.
• It is one of India's largest national parks and a Project Tiger reserve.
• It is home to the rare melanistic (black) tigers and the world's largest population of gaur.
• The name "Simlipal" comes from the Simul (silk cotton) trees that grow abundantly there.