Where is India's first National Centre of marine biodiversity located?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Jamnagar

India’s first National Centre of Marine Biodiversity is located at Jamnagar in Gujarat. This region is known for its Marine National Park in the Gulf of Kutch, which harbors diverse marine life.

Jamnagar (Gujarat):

• Home to the Gulf of Kutch Marine National Park, one of India’s richest marine biodiversity areas.
• The center plays a key role in research, conservation, and sustainable use of marine resources.

Additional Information:

National Parks of Gujarat:

• Gir National Park (Junagadh District): Renowned as the last habitat of the Asiatic lion.
• Marine National Park (Jamnagar District): India’s first marine national park, located in the Gulf of Kutch.
• Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar (Bhavnagar District): Famous for its large population of blackbucks (Indian antelopes).
• Vansda National Park (Navsari District): Characterized by dense forests and diverse flora and fauna.