Multiple choice

The Himalayan range is very rich in species diversity. Which one among the following is the most appropriate reason for this phenomenon?

  1. It has a high rainfall that supports luxuriant vegetative growth.

  2. It is confluence of different biogeographical zones.

  3. Exotic and invasive species have not been introduced in this region.

  4. It has less human interference.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The richness of species diversity in the Himalayas is due to the occurrence of species of different biogeographic regions like Irano-Turanian, Mediterranean, Indo-Chinese, Indian, Malaysian, Eastern Asiatic, Circumboreal, Australian, Amazonian, Brazilian, Andean, North American.

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