The famous Tiger Reserve ‘Sariska’ is situated in which of the following States ?

Uttar Pradesh
Rajasthan
Uttarakhand
Madhya Pradesh

The correct answer is (b) Rajasthan.

Sariska Tiger Reserve is a tiger reserve in Rajasthan, India. It is located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan, about 100 kilometers from Jaipur. The reserve was established in 1955 and is spread over an area of 869 square kilometers. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and wild boars.

The reserve was once home to a large population of tigers, but the population declined significantly in the 1990s due to poaching and habitat loss. In 2005, the reserve was declared a critical tiger habitat by the Government of India. Since then, the government has taken steps to improve the security of the reserve and to increase the tiger population. As a result, the tiger population has increased significantly in recent years.

The reserve is open to tourists and offers a variety of activities, including tiger safaris, bird watching, and hiking. It is a popular tourist destination and is known for its beautiful scenery and its wildlife.

The other options are incorrect because:

(a) Uttar Pradesh is a state in northern India. It is the most populous state in India and is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers. However, Sariska Tiger Reserve is not located in Uttar Pradesh.

(c) Uttarakhand is a state in northern India. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers. However, Sariska Tiger Reserve is not located in Uttarakhand.

(d) Madhya Pradesh is a state in central India. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers. However, Sariska Tiger Reserve is not located in Madhya Pradesh.

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