The first marine sanctuary in India having within its bounds coral reefs mollusca dolphins tortoises...........

Environment and Ecology (Easy) Biodiversity

The first marine sanctuary in India, having within its bounds coral reefs, mollusca, dolphins, tortoises and varius kinds of sa birds, has been established in :

Sunderbans

Chilka Lake

Gulf of Kachchh

Lakshadweep

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Explanation:

- Let’s go through the options:

- Option 1: Sunderbans

- Famous for mangroves and Royal Bengal tigers, but it's not primarily a marine sanctuary.

- Option 2: Chilka Lake

- Known for its lagoon ecosystem, birds, and dolphins, but it's a brackish water lake not a marine sanctuary.

- Option 3: Gulf of Kachchh

- ?? The first marine sanctuary in India. It features coral reefs, mollusca, dolphins, tortoises, and various sea birds. Declared in 1980 in Gujarat, it protects a unique marine ecosystem.

- Option 4: Lakshadweep

- Famous for coral reefs and marine life, but not the first recognized marine sanctuary.

Correct answer: Option 3 — Gulf of Kachchh ??