Haldwani Biodiversity Park
2020 JUN 10
Preliminary >
Environment and Ecology > Protected Area Networks > Wildlife sanctuaries
ABOUT THE PARK:
- The Uttarakhand forest department opened a biodiversity park in Haldwani to encourage conservation of flora, especially medicinal plants.
- The park in Haldwani was opened June 5, 2020 — World Environment Day .
- It has 40 thematic sections. They include of wild edible plant species, fruits as well as plants of medicinal and commercial importance with cultural, religious and historical significance.
PRACTICE QUESTION:
Q. Haldwani biodiversity park is located in:
- Uttarakhand
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Haryana
- Punjab
Answer to Prelims question
