🌱 Environment & EcologyUPSC 2017Sustainable Development

From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats?

aSathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
bNallamala Forest
cNagarhole National Park
dSeshachalam Biosphere Reserve
✓ Correct answer: a) Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
ExplanationSathyamangalam Tiger Reserve (STR) is situated where the Western and Eastern Ghats converge.This region is home to a sizable tiger population and is adjacent to other land- scapes dedicated to protecting tigers, including BRT, Bandipur, Mudumalai, and Nagarahole.The Nilgiri-Eastern Ghats Elephant Reserve includes this area as well.Due to its peculiar location, the tiger reserve offers a distinctive ecological landscape contain- ing a wide variety and complex mix of vegetation and animals.The connectivity provided by Sathyamangalam also plays a cru- cial role in reducing human-wildlife conflict, preserving ecosys- tems, and supporting conservation initiatives.184

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