Question

Dachigam sanctuary is located in
a. West Bengal
b. Jammu and Kashmir
c. Madhya Pradesh
d. Rajasthan

Answer 1

Hint: Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are the place where conservation of particular species is done. Naturally occurring sanctuaries are known as wildlife sanctuaries. In Jammu and Kashmir, a sanctuary named dachigam is located which is well known for the conservation of flora and fauna along with the prohibition of hunting. It also conserves the species of musk deer, Himalayan rubythroat, golden oriole and many more.

Complete answer:
Dachigam national park was managed by the state Forest Department. Government notified the area as a sanctuary in 1951 and notified it as a national park in 1981. Dachigam national park is located 22 km from Srinagar. It is the place for preserving rare and critically endangered Hangul or Kashmir stag. This park has been a protected area since 1910. Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir efforts to create a game preserves area for Harwan reservoir. Clean drinking water is supplied to the city of Srinagar from the reservoir.

Dachigam national park was formed by relocating 10 villages from the forest to create a game preserve and catchment area. Various species of trees were planted to increase the winter fodder available to wild animals. The park is situated at the Himalayan ranges at the altitudes ranging from 5500 ft. to 14000 ft. Over 500 species of herbs, 50 species of trees, and about 20 species of shrubs are present in the park. Musk deer, leopard, Himalayan Grey Langur, leopard cat, Himalayan Black Bear, among others are conserved in this park. It’s like a paradise for bird watchers.

From the above information we know that Dachigam national park is located in Jammu and Kashmir.
Hence, the correct answer is option (B).

Note: Dachigam national park is also famous by the name of Scenic locales. It not only conserves wildlife but also a beautiful place for attracting tourists. It is full of a variety of flowers and greenery carpet grasslands except during winters as they are covered with snow. It’s very interesting to know that this park changes its appearance with the onset of each season. It is full of natural beauty. Scenery of blue poppy blooms covering the grassland is the sight to behold.