Explanation
In India, Mangrove vegetation is found in (a) Sunderbans.
The Sunderbans, located in the eastern region of India, primarily in the state of West Bengal, is a renowned mangrove forest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the largest contiguous mangrove ecosystems in the world and a significant hotspot for biodiversity.
Mangroves are specialized trees and shrubs that grow in coastal saline or brackish water environments. They possess unique adaptations to thrive in such challenging conditions, including the ability to tolerate high salt concentrations, regular tidal inundation, and anaerobic soils.
The Sunderbans is particularly famous for its Royal Bengal Tigers and rich biodiversity, including a wide variety of plant and animal species. It serves as a vital habitat for numerous avian species, reptiles, mammals, and marine life.
While the Western Ghats, Shivalik hills, and Deccan plateau are important ecological regions in India, mangrove vegetation is predominantly found in the Sunderbans (option a)
