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Indian Geography
Question No. 317Interactive Test Mode
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Q317. The first marine sanctuary in India, within its bounds coral reefs, mollusca, dolphins, tortoises and various kinds of seabirds, has been established in :

The first marine sanctuary in India, within its bounds coral reefs, mollusca, dolphins, tortoises and various kinds of seabirds, has been established in :

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Correct Answer: Option (C) — Gulf of Kutch

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India's first Marine Sanctuary (and subsequent Marine National Park) was established in the Gulf of Kutch, Gujarat, in 1980 (national park declared in 1982). It protects diverse intertidal fauna including living corals, molluscs, sponges, sea turtles, and dolphins.

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Marine National Park/Sanctuary at Jamnagar in the Gulf of Kutch was the earliest established marine protected area in India (1980).

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 1999 (Q317)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicGeography → Indian Geography
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — Gulf of Kutch

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 1999 Q317

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 1999 GS Paper I Question 317 (Geography)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 1999 Geography (Indian Geography) question is Option (C): "Gulf of Kutch". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 1999 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Geography" and micro-topic "Indian Geography". You can explore all repeated questions from Indian Geography in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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Marine National Park/Sanctuary at Jamnagar in the Gulf of Kutch was the earliest established marine protected area in India (1980).

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