Question

    In which state of India is the Kanwar Lake Bird

    Sanctuary located?
    A Uttar Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Bihar Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Madhya Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Uttarakhand Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Kanwar Lake Bird Sanctuary, also known as Kabar Lake, is located in the Begusarai district of Bihar. It was established in 1987 and is Asia’s largest freshwater oxbow lake. Spanning an area of about 68 square kilometers, it is a crucial habitat for migratory birds, particularly during the winter months. The sanctuary was declared a protected area under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 and has become an important conservation site.

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