Arunachal Pradesh, on Republic Day, featured its Singchung Bugun Village Community Reserve at the parade in New Delhi. This reserve spans 17 square kilometers and stands as a crucial biodiversity hotspot in the region.
Establishment:
The Singchung Bugun Village Community Reserve was established in the year 2017 with the primary objective of safeguarding the diverse range of flora and fauna found in the area.
Biodiversity Conservation:
The reserve plays a vital role in the conservation of various species, particularly those classified as critically endangered. One noteworthy resident is the Bugun Liocichla (Liocichla bugunorum), a passerine bird. The name “Bugun Liocichla” is derived from the Bugun tribe, reflecting the cultural and ecological significance of the species.
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
When was the Singchung Bugun Village Community Reserve established?
- A) 2010
- B) 2015
- C) 2017
- D) 2020
Answer: C) 2017
What is the primary purpose of the Singchung Bugun Village Community Reserve?
- A) Agricultural development
- B) Urban expansion
- C) Biodiversity conservation
- D) Industrialization
Answer: C) Biodiversity conservation
Which species, named after a tribe, is a resident of the Singchung Bugun Village Community Reserve?
- A) Bengal Tiger
- B) Bugun Liocichla
- C) Indian Elephant
- D) Himalayan Monal
Answer: B) Bugun Liocichla