Forest cover is rapidly declining in a wildlife reserve in the Western Ghats. Which statement best describes why this region is a priority for global conservation?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) It is a vast area with only widely distributed species
2. (B) It is a dry desert ecosystem with very few species
3. (C) It is a biodiversity hotspot with many endemic species
4. (D) It is an important route used by migratory birds

Verified Answer

Option (C): It is a biodiversity hotspot with many endemic species

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