Which island in Noakhali District, under Hatiya upazila, was declared a national park on 8 April 2001 and has a herd of about 5000 chital?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Nijhum Dwip
- Step 1: Nijhum Dwip is a small island under Hatiya upazila. On 8 April 2001 the government declared its forest a national park, and about 5000 chital or spotted deer live there. Answer: Nijhum Dwip. Why not the others: Bhasan Char, Sandwip and Kutubdia Island don't fit.
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