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Which one of the following protected areas is well-known for the conservation of a sub-species of the Indian swamp deer (Barasingha) that thrives well on hard ground and is exclusively graminivorous?

  1. A.Kanha National Park
  2. B.Manas National Park
  3. C.Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary
  4. D.Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: A. Kanha National Park

Kanha National Park is renowned for its successful conservation efforts for the hard ground swamp deer subspecies. This subspecies is specifically adapted to the grasslands and moist deciduous forests of Kanha, and its diet primarily consists of grasses.

Source: UPSC gs1 2020

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