Which wildlife area has been recently recognised as India’s 107th national park?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Similipal

Explanation:

• Similipal National Park in Odisha was officially recognized/formally notified as the 107th National Park in the updated national list in 2025.
• It is part of the Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve and is known for its tiger population and diverse flora.
• Similipal is also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and a significant Project Tiger site.
• The notification strengthens the legal protection of the core area, which is home to the rare melanistic (black) tigers.
• It spans a vast area with stunning waterfalls like Barehipani and Joranda.

• National Parks are areas notified by the State Government under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
• As of 2025, India has over 100 National Parks, with Raimona and Dihing Patkai (Assam) being the notable 105th and 106th previously.

• A National Park and Tiger Reserve located in Alipurduar, West Bengal.

• Located in Jharkhand, it is primarily a Tiger Reserve but contains the Betla National Park.

• A famous National Park and Tiger Reserve in Karnataka, also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park.