PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2023
Answer
Jim Corbett National Park
Explanation
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. It is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park was later renamed in honor of the famous British hunter-turned-conservationist Jim Corbett.
Key Points
- > Established in: 1936.
- > Original name: Hailey National Park.
- > Location: Uttarakhand.
- > It was the first park to come under the 'Project Tiger' initiative in 1973.
- > Kanha National Park is famous for its tigers and is located in Madhya Pradesh.
- > Rajaji and Nanda Devi National Parks are also in Uttarakhand.
- > The Ramganga river flows through Jim Corbett National Park.
Additional Information
Famous National Parks in India
| National Park | State | Key Fauna |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Corbett | Uttarakhand | Bengal Tiger |
| Kaziranga | Assam | One-horned Rhino |
| Gir Forest | Gujarat | Asiatic Lion |
| Sundarbans | West Bengal | Royal Bengal Tiger |
Memory Tips
- Remember that the oldest park in India is named after a British hunter (Corbett) who became a conservationist.