WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which of the following is the 'Largest Tiger Reserve' in West Bengal?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Buxa Tiger Reserve
  2. Sundarban Tiger Reserve
  3. Jaldapara
  4. Gorumara

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sundarban Tiger Reserve

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (B) Sundarban Tiger Reserve šŸ“š Explanation: The Sundarban Tiger Reserve is the largest tiger reserve in West Bengal and is unique for being the only mangrove forest in the world inhabited by tigers. It covers an area of over 2,500 sq. km. The Buxa Tiger Reserve in Alipurduar is the second reserve in the state. Sundarban tigers are known for their swimming abilities and their adaptation to the saline environment.