Dachigam National Park is associated with which of the following?

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  1. Musk Deer
  2. Golden Oriole
  3. Yellow-throated Marton
  4. Hangul or Kashmir Stag

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Option 4 : Hangul or Kashmir Stag
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The correct answer is Hangul or Kashmir Stag.

Key Points

  • Dachigam NP is located 22 KM from Srinagar.
  • It means "10 villages".
  • It has been established for the conservation of Hangul.
  • Its population has been declining at an alarming rate.
  • Hangul is the state animal of Jammu and is the only species of Red Deer surviving.
  • The conservation status of Hangul is Critically Endangered.

Additional Information

  • Other National Parks in J&K-
    • Dachigam National Park
    • Kazinag National Park
    • Kishtwar National Park
    • Salim Ali (City Forest) National Park 
  • Khangchendzonga National Park (Sikkim) - it has a conservation park for Musk Deer

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