Which of the following bio-reserves is located in Himachal Pradesh?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) Cold Desert

Explanation:
• The Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve is located in the western Himalayas region, specifically within Himachal Pradesh.
• It includes Pin Valley National Park and surroundings, characterized by harsh, arid conditions and unique high-altitude flora/fauna.

Information Booster:
• The reserve is famous for the preservation of the endangered Snow Leopard.
• India currently has 18 officially recognized Biosphere Reserves.

Additional Knowledge:
• Sundarban (Option A): Located in West Bengal; known for Royal Bengal Tigers and mangrove forests.
• Nanda Devi (Option B): Located in Uttarakhand; a high-altitude national park and biosphere reserve.
• Similipal (Option D): Located in Odisha; famous for elephants and tigers.