Q. Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists.
List – I (National Park/ Wildlife Sanctuary)
A. Dachingam
B. Keoladeo
C. Kanha
D. Periyar
List – II (State/Union Territory)
1. Madhya Pradesh
2. Rajasthan
3. Kerala
4. Jammu and Kashmir
a) A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1
b) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
c) A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
d) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
Correct Answer: d) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2025
Explanation:
Correct matching:
– A. Dachingam (intended as Dachigam National Park) → Jammu & Kashmir (4): Near Srinagar, famous for the Hangul (Kashmir stag).
– B. Keoladeo → Rajasthan (2): Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur; renowned bird sanctuary.
– C. Kanha → Madhya Pradesh (1): In Mandla–Balaghat region; noted for barasingha conservation.
– D. Periyar → Kerala (3): Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady, Western Ghats.
Hence, A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3 → Option 4.
