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India now has:

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10 Biosphere reserves , 50 National parks, and 400 Wildlife sanctuaries

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14 Biosphere reserves , 50 National parks, and 400 Wildlife sanctuaries

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10 Biosphere reserves , 90 National parks, and 448 Wildlife sanctuaries

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14 Biosphere reserves , 90 National parks, and 448 Wildlife sanctuaries

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To answer the question regarding the current number of biosphere reserves, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries in India, we will follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Terms**: - **Biosphere Reserves**: These are areas designated to promote sustainable development and conservation of biodiversity. They encompass terrestrial and coastal ecosystems. - **National Parks**: Protected areas established for the conservation of wildlife and natural resources, managed by the national government. - **Wildlife Sanctuaries**: Areas designated to protect animal habitats and their surrounding environments from disturbances. 2. **Identify the Current Numbers**: - As per the latest data: - **Biosphere Reserves**: 18 - **National Parks**: 106 - **Wildlife Sanctuaries**: 515 3. **Select the Correct Option**: - Based on the current numbers, the correct option that represents the total counts of biosphere reserves, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries in India is: - **Option D**: 18 Biosphere Reserves, 106 National Parks, and 515 Wildlife Sanctuaries. 4. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the answer to the question "India now has:" is 18 biosphere reserves, 106 national parks, and 515 wildlife sanctuaries.
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