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1 minGeographical Feature
  1. होम
  2. /
  3. अवधारणाएं
  4. /
  5. Geographical Feature
  6. /
  7. Nanda Devi National Park
Geographical Feature

Nanda Devi National Park

Nanda Devi National Park क्या है?

The Nanda Devi National Park is a national park in Uttarakhand, India, established in 1982. It is part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is known for its rich biodiversity, including rare and endangered species.

ऐतिहासिक पृष्ठभूमि

Nanda Devi National Park Location and Significance

Map showing the location of Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand and its significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot.

Geographic Context

Map Type: india_states

Key Regions:
Uttarakhand
Legend:
National Park
Forest Fire
1 minGeographical Feature
  1. होम
  2. /
  3. अवधारणाएं
  4. /
  5. Geographical Feature
  6. /
  7. Nanda Devi National Park
Geographical Feature

Nanda Devi National Park

Nanda Devi National Park क्या है?

The Nanda Devi National Park is a national park in Uttarakhand, India, established in 1982. It is part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is known for its rich biodiversity, including rare and endangered species.

ऐतिहासिक पृष्ठभूमि

Nanda Devi National Park Location and Significance

Map showing the location of Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand and its significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot.

Geographic Context

Map Type: india_states

Key Regions:
Uttarakhand
Legend:
National Park
Forest Fire
The park was established to protect the unique flora and fauna of the Himalayan region. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, recognizing its outstanding natural value. The park has been subject to various conservation efforts to preserve its biodiversity.

मुख्य प्रावधान

9 points
  • 1.

    Protection of the park's ecosystem and biodiversity.

  • 2.

    Regulation of human activities within the park.

  • 3.

    Conservation of endangered species.

  • 4.

    Promotion of scientific research and monitoring.

  • 5.

    Management of tourism to minimize environmental impact.

  • 6.

    Involvement of local communities in conservation efforts.

  • 7.

    Prevention of poaching and illegal activities.

  • 8.

    Maintenance of the park's natural integrity.

  • 9.

    Implementation of conservation plans and strategies.

दृश्य सामग्री

Nanda Devi National Park Location and Significance

Map showing the location of Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand and its significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot.

  • 📍Uttarakhand — Nanda Devi National Park
  • 📍Uttarakhand — Valley of Flowers

संबंधित अवधारणाएं

Environment Protection Act, 1986UNESCO World Heritage Sites

स्रोत विषय

Uttarakhand Forest Fire: IAF Assistance Sought for Valley of Flowers

Environment & Ecology

UPSC महत्व

Important for UPSC Prelims and Mains, particularly in GS Paper 3 (Environment and Ecology). Questions are often asked about national parks, biosphere reserves, and biodiversity conservation efforts in India.

On This Page

DefinitionHistorical BackgroundKey PointsVisual InsightsRelated ConceptsUPSC RelevanceSource Topic

Source Topic

Uttarakhand Forest Fire: IAF Assistance Sought for Valley of FlowersEnvironment & Ecology

Related Concepts

Environment Protection Act, 1986UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The park was established to protect the unique flora and fauna of the Himalayan region. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, recognizing its outstanding natural value. The park has been subject to various conservation efforts to preserve its biodiversity.

मुख्य प्रावधान

9 points
  • 1.

    Protection of the park's ecosystem and biodiversity.

  • 2.

    Regulation of human activities within the park.

  • 3.

    Conservation of endangered species.

  • 4.

    Promotion of scientific research and monitoring.

  • 5.

    Management of tourism to minimize environmental impact.

  • 6.

    Involvement of local communities in conservation efforts.

  • 7.

    Prevention of poaching and illegal activities.

  • 8.

    Maintenance of the park's natural integrity.

  • 9.

    Implementation of conservation plans and strategies.

दृश्य सामग्री

Nanda Devi National Park Location and Significance

Map showing the location of Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand and its significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot.

  • 📍Uttarakhand — Nanda Devi National Park
  • 📍Uttarakhand — Valley of Flowers

संबंधित अवधारणाएं

Environment Protection Act, 1986UNESCO World Heritage Sites

स्रोत विषय

Uttarakhand Forest Fire: IAF Assistance Sought for Valley of Flowers

Environment & Ecology

UPSC महत्व

Important for UPSC Prelims and Mains, particularly in GS Paper 3 (Environment and Ecology). Questions are often asked about national parks, biosphere reserves, and biodiversity conservation efforts in India.

On This Page

DefinitionHistorical BackgroundKey PointsVisual InsightsRelated ConceptsUPSC RelevanceSource Topic

Source Topic

Uttarakhand Forest Fire: IAF Assistance Sought for Valley of FlowersEnvironment & Ecology

Related Concepts

Environment Protection Act, 1986UNESCO World Heritage Sites