Geography Indian Geography

Q. Which one of the following regions of India is now regarded as an ‘ecological hot spot’?

A
Western Ghats
B
Western Himalayas
C
Eastern Himalayas
D
Eastern Ghats

Correct Answer

Western Ghats

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