Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha

Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary

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Context

On Independence Day, a sambar and a barking deer will be released into the wild at the Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary.
This release is part of a larger effort to augment the prey population within the sanctuary.

READ ABOUT SAMBAR DEER: https://www.iasgyan.in/daily-current-affairs/sambar-deer

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Chandaka Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary:

1.The sanctuary spans across Khurda and Cuttack districts in Odisha.

2.The sanctuary is known for its evergreen forests.

3.The sanctuary is located near Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only

B) 1 and 3 only

C) 2 and 3 only

D) 1, 2, and 3

Answer: B) 1 and 3 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. The Chandaka Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary spans an area of 193 sq km across Khurda and Cuttack districts in Odisha.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The sanctuary is known for its moist deciduous forests, which contribute to the rich biodiversity of the region.

Statement 3 is correct. The sanctuary's proximity to Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, makes it a significant conservation area.

SOURCE: TOI