Recently, for the first time in our country, which of the following State has declared a particular butterfly as ‘State Butterfly’?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 4 — Maharashtra
Maharashtra became the first state in India to declare a state butterfly in 2015. The state designated the Blue Mormon (Papilio polymnestor) as its official butterfly. The Blue Mormon is a large, striking butterfly with black velvet wings adorned with bright blue spots, found in the Western Ghats and other forested regions of the state. This declaration was part of Maharashtra's biodiversity conservation efforts to raise awareness about native species.
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