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      Question

      Regarding the expansion of wetlands under India's

      National Plan for Conservation of Aquatic Ecosystems (NPCA), how has the number of designated wetlands and Ramsar sites changed over recent years, and what is the current Ramsar site count for 2026?
      A NPCA expanded to 100 wetlands; Ramsar sites grew from 10 (2014) to 50 (2026) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B NPCA expanded to 165 wetlands with 42 Ramsar sites; total Ramsar sites grew from 26 (2014) to 99 (2026) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C NPCA expanded to 50 wetlands; Ramsar sites remained constant at 26 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D NPCA expanded to 200 wetlands; Ramsar sites declined from 99 to 26 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E NPCA expanded to 165 wetlands; Ramsar sites reduced from 99 to 42 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The NPCA has expanded to cover 165 wetlands, including 42 Ramsar sites, and the overall number of Ramsar sites in India has grown substantially from 26 in 2014 to 99 in 2026, reflecting strengthened wetland conservation efforts.

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