Question

Which Tiger Reserve is situated in Assam?
A. Bandipur Tiger Reserve
B. Similipal Tiger Reserve
C. Manas Tiger Reserve
D. None of these.

Answer 1

Hint: The Tiger Reserve situated in Assam was included in the list of World Heritage Sites in 1985. In 1985 the Tiger Reserved also acquired the status of a Biosphere Reserve.

Complete answer: The Manas Tiger Reserve extends over the six districts of Assam - Kokrajhar, Bongaigaon, Barpeta, Malaria, Kamrup and Darrang, with an area of about 2837 square kilometres. In 1985 the Tiger Reserved was included in the list of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition to this, it is also known as a Biosphere Reserve, National Park and a Wildlife Sanctuary. The northern boundary of the park is adjoining to the international border of Bhutan manifested by the impressive Bhutan slopes. The Manas-Beki system is the significant river system streaming through the property and further downstream joins the Brahmaputra River.

Now let us examine the options:
Option A - Under Project Tiger, the Bandipur Tiger Reserve was established in 1974 in the Indian state of Karnataka.
Option B - The Simlipal Tiger Reserve was established in 1980 in the Mayurbhanj district of the Indian state Odisha with an area covering 2750 square kilometres.
Option C - The Manas Tiger Reserve is situated in Assam. It is certified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Option D - This option is invalid because the Manas Tiger Reserve is situated at the base of the foothills of the Bhutan Himalayas in Assam.

Thus, The correct answer is Option C.

Note: The Tiger Reserve is not only known for its rare and endangered endemic wildlife but also for its breathtaking view which incorporates alluvial grasslands, tropical evergreen forests and a range of forested hills.