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Environment & Ecology2015
Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?

Explanation

Keibul Lamjao National Park, located in Manipur, India, is unique as it is the only floating national park in the world, situated on the Loktak Lake. This ecological niche supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the endangered Manipur brow-antlered deer, or Sangai, and has a unique system of phumdis (floating islands) that enhance biodiversity by providing distinct habitats. Understanding such unique ecosystems aids in appreciating India's rich environmental heritage and the necessity for conservation efforts, which is a key concept in the UPSC Prelims GS Paper I syllabus on biodiversity and environmental studies.

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