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UPSC 1996: Which one of the following regions of India is now regarded as an 'ecological hot spot'?
(a)Western Himalayas
(b)Eastern Himalayas
(c)Western Ghats
(d)Eastern Ghats
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Conservation International recognises the Western Ghats of peninsular India as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots because of its exceptional endemic species richness and high degree of threat. Among the regions listed, only the Western Ghats unequivocally enjoy this global ‘ecological hotspot’ status, making option (c) correct. ([licchavilyceum.com](https://licchavilyceum.com/upsc-civil-services-prelims-1996-solved-question-paper/?utm_source=openai))
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What is the correct answer to this UPSC 1996 Environment & Ecology question?▼
The correct answer is option (c): Western Ghats. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
Which year was this Biodiversity & Conservation question asked in UPSC Prelims?▼
This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 1996, GS Paper 1, as Question 39. It falls under Environment & Ecology > Biodiversity & Conservation.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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