Which Indian state is home to the first Biosphere Reserve in India, the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve?
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Correct answer: Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka
The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was established in 1986 and spans across three states. It protects the unique biodiversity of the Western Ghats, including several rare medicinal plants.
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