Question

Which of the following National Parks is located in Madhya Pradesh?

• A. Nanda Devi
• B. Periyar
• C. Bandhavgarh
• D. Silent Valley

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Bandhavgarh

Bandhavgarh National Park

• Bandhavgarh National Park is situated in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
• It is renowned for its high density of tiger population, making it a prime location for tiger spotting.
• Historically, Bandhavgarh was the hunting ground for the Maharajas of Rewa. The name 'Bandhavgarh' translates to 'Fort of the Brother' in Sanskrit, referencing the mythological battle between Rama and Ravana.
• The park covers an area of approximately 105 square kilometers, with a larger buffer zone.
• Key attractions within the park include the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort, numerous caves dating back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries, and diverse flora and fauna.
• Besides tigers, the park is home to leopards, sambar, barking deer, nilgai, wild boar, and various bird species.
• It was declared a national park in 1968.

Other prominent National Parks in Madhya Pradesh:

• Kanha National Park: Famous for its association with Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book'. It is known for its barasingha (swamp deer).
• Pench National Park: Also featured in 'The Jungle Book', it straddles the border of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
• Panna National Park: Known for its diamond mines and for being a conservation area for tigers and gharials.
• Satpura National Park: A significant biodiversity hotspot, unique for its hilly terrain and rich wildlife.