Question

Which of the following sanctuaries has been promoted by the government of Punjab for ecotourism?
A) Chattbir zoo
B) Sultanpur sanctuary
C) Bir Moti Bhag sanctuary
D) Harika lake sanctuary.

Answer 1

Sanctuaries are the natural area which is protected by the government of that state to preserve the habitat of wildlife from human encroachment. These regions are well maintained by the government to ensure the safety of the wild animals. Tourism is allowed to such places along with such restriction, the tourism of ecosystems is considered as Ecotourism.

Complete answer:
Chattbir zoo is a zoological park which was constructed in 1970s near zirakpur in India. Zoo is not considered as a sanctuary as it is an area created by man in order to provide lively needs to the animals, here animals are caged instead of being produced due to this method animals lose their wildlife instincts and some are trained. Sultanpur sanctuary is a bird sanctuary situated in the sultanpur of India which is about 142.42hectors and was considered as bird sanctuary in 1972 and is considered as national park after the upgradation in 1991. Bir Moti Bhag sanctuary is situated in Patiala in India over 654 Hectors and was declared as a wildlife sanctuary under the Preservation of Faunae of Patiala Rules, 1896 by Patiala and East Punjab State Union Government (PEPSU). Harike wildlife sanctuary is a bird sanctuary in the Tarn Taran Sahib district of Punjab in India with its rich biodiversity it has attracted birds migrating from the corners of the globe this is Punjab government to make it a hub of eco-tourism in order to create awareness to the visitors about the importance of wildlife and its preservation.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option D.

Note: Harike wetlands was considered as sanctuary 1999 and was declared as Ramsar site by the International Body of Wetlands under the UNDP in 1990. It is a home for thousands of ducks and many wild animals such as Smooth Indian Otter, Indian wild boar, Jungle cats and more.