From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats?

1. A. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
2. B. Nallamala Forest
3. C. Nagarhole National Park
4. D. Seshachalam Biosphere Reserve

Answer: A

Explanation

Sathyamangalam forest range is a significant wildlife corridor in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve between the Western Ghats and the rest of the Eastern Ghats Located in the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve is the largest wildlife sanctuary in the state. With a forest area of 1,411.6 square kilometres, the reserve is a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and lies between the Western Ghats and the rest of the Eastern Ghats. Situated in a key position between the Western and Eastern Ghats, the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve boasts of a wide variety of fauna. The reserve also adjoins four other protected areas -Billigiriranga Swamy Temple Wildlife Sanctuary, Sigur Plateau, Mudumalai National Park and Bandipur National Park. Hence option (a) is the correct answer.