Previous year MCQs

Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2015 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following has been recognized as a Megadiverse Country?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Australia

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Australia”.
Australia is recognized as a megadiverse country, meaning it harbors a significant portion of Earth's species and biodiversity, many of which are endemic.

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