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:

- Option 1: Sunderbans – Famous for its mangrove forests and Royal Bengal tigers, not for coral reefs.

- Option 2: Chilka Lake – Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, known for migratory birds and dolphins, but not marine sanctuaries with coral reefs.

- Option 3: Gulf of Kachchh – The first marine sanctuary in India was established here, in Gujarat, in 1980. It covers coral reefs, mollusks, dolphins, tortoises, and many sea birds.

- Option 4: Lakshadweep – Known for its beautiful coral reefs, but the first marine sanctuary was not established here.

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Gulf of Kachchh