The correct answer is (b), Costa Rica. Costa Rica has the highest percentage of land protected in the world, at over 25%. The country has a long history of environmental protection, and its protected areas are home to a wide variety of plant and animal life. Costa Rica is also a leader in sustainable tourism, and its protected areas are a major draw for visitors from around the world.
(a) China has a large number of protected areas, but they cover a relatively small percentage of the country’s land area.
(c) India has a large number of protected areas, but they are not as well-managed as those in Costa Rica.
(d) Switzerland has a small number of protected areas, and they cover a relatively small percentage of the country’s land area.