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Kaziranga National Park
Assam, India
Why in news
May 2026
A gharial was spotted here after a long gap, and India's first satellite-tagged soft-shell turtle was released in the park.
Key facts
- A gharial was spotted here after a long gap, and India's first satellite-tagged soft-shell turtle was released in the park.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location and key species found there.
Mains
Mains (GS-3): wildlife conservation and human-wildlife conflict.
Asked in UPSC
2014, 2013
Frequently asked questions
Why is Kaziranga National Park in the news?
May 2026: A gharial was spotted here after a long gap, and India's first satellite-tagged soft-shell turtle was released in the park.
Why is Kaziranga National Park important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location and key species found there. Mains (GS-3): wildlife conservation and human-wildlife conflict.
Last updated: 2026-10-09