India is having 85 Ramsar sites. Which of the following Indian states has the most number of Ramsar sites?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Tamil Nadu. As of now, Tamil Nadu has the highest number of Ramsar sites in India, with 14 sites designated under the Ramsar Convention.
(B) Explanation:
· Ramsar sites are wetlands of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention of 1971, which aims to conserve and sustainably use wetlands.
· Tamil Nadu leads with 14 Ramsar sites, reflecting the state's commitment to wetland conservation and its rich wetland ecosystems.
· Other states with significant numbers of Ramsar sites include:
· Uttar Pradesh: 10 Ramsar sites
· Punjab: 6 Ramsar sites
· West Bengal: 2 Ramsar sites
(C) List of Ramsar Sites in Tamil Nadu:
1. Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary
2. Vaduvur Bird Sanctuary
3. Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary
4. Karikili Bird Sanctuary
5. Udhayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuary
6. Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary
7. Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary
8. Pallikaranai Marsh Reserve Forest
9. Pichavaram Mangrove
10. Gulf of Mannar Marine Biosphere Reserve
11. Vellode Bird Sanctuary
12. Suchindram Theroor Wetland Complex
13. Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary
14. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
(D) Additional Knowledge:
· (a) Karnataka:
· Karnataka has 1 Ramsar site: Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.
· (b) Tamil Nadu:
· Tamil Nadu has 14 Ramsar sites, the highest in India.
· (c) Uttar Pradesh:
· Uttar Pradesh has 10 Ramsar sites, including Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary and Sur Sarovar.
· (d) West Bengal:
· West Bengal has 2 Ramsar sites:
1. Sundarbans
2. East Calcutta Wetlands
(E) Key Points:
1. Ramsar Convention aims to conserve wetlands of international importance.
2. India currently has 85 Ramsar sites as of 2023.
3. Tamil Nadu leads with 14 Ramsar sites.
4. Ramsar sites support biodiversity, flood control, and water purification.
5. Wetland conservation is critical for climate regulation and ecosystem balance.