Which of the following are in Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?

1. A. Neyyar, Peppara and Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuaries; and Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
2. B. Mudumalai, Sathyamangalam and Wayanand Wildlife Sanctuaries; and Silent Valley National Park
3. C. Kaundinya, Gundla Brahmeswaram and Papikonda Wildlife Sanctuaries; and Mukurthi National Park
4. D. Kawal and Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuaries; and Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve

Answer: A

Explanation

Located in the Western Ghats in the south of the country, the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve is a unique genetic reservoir of cultivated plants. Three wildlife sanctuaries, Shendurney, Peppara and Neyyar, are located in the site, as well as the Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger reserve.