With reference to India’s Desert National Park, which of the following statements are correct?
- It is spread over two districts.
- There is no human habitation inside the Park.
- It is one of the natural habitats of Great Indian Bustard.
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Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 3 — 1 and 3 only
Desert National Park is one of India's largest national parks, spread across Jaisalmer and Barmer districts of Rajasthan, representing the Thar Desert ecosystem. It is a crucial habitat for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard, though human settlements do exist within the park boundaries.
✅ Statement 1 – Correct: The park is spread across Jaisalmer and Barmer districts of Rajasthan, covering approximately 3,162 km².
❌ Statement 2 – Incorrect: Human habitation exists within the park; several villages and communities engaged in livestock rearing are located inside.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: It is one of the last remaining natural habitats of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps).
📝 Short Notes: Desert National Park
- Location: Jaisalmer and Barmer districts, Rajasthan
- Area: Approximately 3,162 km², one of the largest national parks in India
- Ecosystem: Represents the Thar Desert ecosystem with sand dunes (20%), rocky terrain, salt lake bottoms, and sparse vegetation
- Key Wildlife: Great Indian Bustard (critically endangered), Chinkara, Desert Fox, Desert Cat, Wolf
- Human Presence: Unlike strict protected areas, villages and pastoral communities exist within the park
- Conservation Significance: Last stronghold for Great Indian Bustard; captive breeding programs ongoing
- Bird Diversity: Over 140 bird species recorded, including migratory and resident species
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