The first marine sanctuary in India, having within its bound’s coral reefs, Mollusca, dolphins, tortoises and various kinds of sea birds, has been established in
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- ASundarbans
- BChilka Lake
- CGulf of KachchhCorrect
- DLakshadweep
Explanation
The Marine National Park and Sanctuary in the Gulf of Kachchh, established in 1980 and 1982 respectively, was the first marine sanctuary in India. It is located in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat and is famous for its rich biodiversity, including coral reefs, sea turtles, dolphins, and numerous species of mollusks and migratory birds.
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