PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2019
Answer
Ladakh
Explanation
Hemis National Park is a high-altitude national park located in the eastern part of the Union Territory of Ladakh. Covering an area of about 4,400 sq km, it holds the distinction of being the largest national park in India. The park is globally renowned for its significant population of Snow Leopards and is a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Following the 2019 reorganization, it falls exclusively under Ladakh, not Jammu & Kashmir.
Key Points
- > Hemis is the largest national park in India by geographical area.
- > It is famous for having the highest density of Snow Leopards in any protected area in the world.
- > The park is bounded on the north by the banks of the Indus River.
- > Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand is India's first/oldest national park.
- > Singalila National Park, famous for Red Pandas, is located in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal.
Additional Information
Important High-Altitude National Parks in India
| National Park Name | State / UT | Famous For (Key Species) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemis National Park | Ladakh (UT) | Snow Leopard |
| Namdapha National Park | Arunachal Pradesh | Flying Squirrel, Snow Leopard |
| Great Himalayan Park | Himachal Pradesh | Musk Deer, Snow Leopard |
| Pin Valley National Park | Himachal Pradesh | Snow Leopard, Siberian Ibex |
| Khangchendzonga Park | Sikkim | Red Panda, Snow Leopard |
Memory Tips
- Hemis = Highest & Largest: It is the largest national park in India and is located in the high-altitude cold desert of Ladakh.