Q42 / 200 · MHT CET - Medical 2026 (24 April Shift 1) · Biology
Which one of the following is NOT a biodiversity hot spot in India?
- AEastern Himalayas
- BWestern Ghats
- CIndo-Burma region
- Correct answerDRann of Kutch
Solution
Biodiversity hotspots are regions with very high levels of species richness and a high degree of endemism.
India hosts four biodiversity hotspots:
1. Himalayas (including Eastern Himalayas)
2. Western Ghats
3. Indo-Burma region
4. Sundaland (includes Nicobar group of Islands)
The Rann of Kutch is a large area of salt marshes and is known for the Indian Wild Ass, but it is not classified as a biodiversity hotspot.
Answer: Rann of Kutch
India hosts four biodiversity hotspots:
1. Himalayas (including Eastern Himalayas)
2. Western Ghats
3. Indo-Burma region
4. Sundaland (includes Nicobar group of Islands)
The Rann of Kutch is a large area of salt marshes and is known for the Indian Wild Ass, but it is not classified as a biodiversity hotspot.
Answer: Rann of Kutch
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.