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Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary Eco-Sensitive Zone Notified by MoEFCC

22 January 20261 min read
ENVIRONMENT & ECOLOGYKumbhalgarhSanctuaryEco-Sensitive ZoneNotified by MoEFCC22 January 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The environment ministry declared an Eco-Sensitive Zone for Kumbhalgarh to protect the Aravalli Range.

Key facts

  • Rajasthan; districts Rajsamand, Udaipur, Pali; area ~610.5 sq km, with core and buffer parts.
  • Known for dry deciduous forest around Kumbhalgarh Fort.

About ESZs

  • Notified around National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries as a shock absorber between fragile ecosystems and busy human zones.
  • Legal basis: Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

Exam angle

  • Kumbhalgarh: Rajasthan, Aravalli, dry deciduous.

Test yourself

1. In which state is Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, recently notified as an Eco-Sensitive Zone, located?

The sanctuary lies in Rajasthan, covering Rajsamand, Udaipur and Pali.

2. Eco-Sensitive Zones around protected areas are notified under which law?

The notes state ESZs are notified under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

3. Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is known for which type of forest ecosystem?

It is noted for its dry deciduous forest ecosystem.

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