In which state is the 'Kaziranga National Park' located?

The correct answer is Assam . Key Points Kaziranga National Park is located in the Indian state of Assam , spanning across the districts of Golaghat and Nagaon . It was established as a Reserved Forest in 1905 and was declared a National Park in 1974 . In 1985 , it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unique and outstanding universal value in terms of biodiversity and natural habitat conservation. The park is globally renowned for hosting the world's largest population of the Great One-horned Rhinoceros , sheltering approximately two-thirds of their total global population. It was officially designated as a Tiger Reserve in 2006 , as it holds one of the highest densities of Royal Bengal Tigers in protected areas globally. Additional Information Geographical Features : The park is situated on the edge of the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity hotspot and covers an area of approximately 430 square kilometers . The Brahmaputra River flows along its northern boundary, and the park is crisscrossed by other rivers like the Diphlu and Mora Dhansiri . Diverse Flora : The vegetation is categorized into four main types: alluvial savanna woodlands , tropical moist mixed deciduous forests , tropical semi-evergreen forests , and tall elephant grass . These provide a rich grazing ground for herbivores. Rich Fauna : Beyond rhinoceros and tigers, the park is home to the "Big Five" of Kaziranga , which includes the Great One-horned Rhinoceros , Royal Bengal Tiger , Asian Elephant , Wild Water Buffalo , and Swamp Deer (Barasingha) . Avifauna : It is recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA) by BirdLife International . It hosts migratory birds from Central Asia, such as the Greater Adjutant Stork , Pallas's Fish Eagle , and the Lesser White-fronted Goose . Other National Parks in Assam : Assam currently has seven national parks, which are Kaziranga , Manas (also a UNESCO site), Nameri , Orang , Dibru-Saikhowa , Raimona , and Dehing Patkai . Important Points Historical Context : The conservation history of Kaziranga dates back to 1904 , when Mary Curzon , the wife of the then Viceroy of India , Lord Curzon , visited the area. After failing to spot a rhino, she persuaded her husband to take urgent measures to protect the species, leading to the creation of the reserve in 1905 . Census Data : According to the Rhino Census 2022 , the total number of One-horned Rhinoceros in Kaziranga National Park was recorded at 2,613 , showing a steady increase due to strict anti-poaching measures. Administrative Significance : The Great One-horned Rhinoceros is the State Animal of Assam and serves as the mascot for many state-level initiatives. Challenges : The park faces annual flooding from the Brahmaputra River during the monsoon season. While the floods are essential for maintaining the wetland ecosystem , they cause significant animal mortality, forcing wildlife to migrate to the nearby Karbi Anglong hills. Tourism and Infrastructure : The park is accessible via National Highway 37 (NH-37) . It is divided into four main ranges: Kohora (Central) , Bagori (Western) , Agaratoli (Eastern) , and Burapahar , offering Jeep and Elephant safaris .