Match List-I with List-II . List-I List-II A. Borjuli Wetland 1. Assam B. Oryza rufipogon 2. Wild progenitor of cultivated rice C. Biodiversity Heritage Site 3. Section 37 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 D. Nallur Tamarind Grove 4. First Biodiversity Heritage Site Select the correct answer using the code below.

The correct answer is Option 1 In News Borjuli Wetland has been declared India's latest Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) in recognition of its rich biodiversity and ecological significance. Key Points Borjuli Wetland is located in Assam. Hence, Pair A–1 is correctly matched. Oryza rufipogon is the wild progenitor of cultivated rice (Oryza sativa) and is an important genetic resource for crop improvement. Hence, Pair B–2 is correctly matched. Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHSs) are notified under Section 37 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 for conserving unique and ecologically significant biodiversity-rich areas. Hence, Pair C–3 is correctly matched. Nallur Tamarind Grove in Bengaluru, Karnataka, was notified as India's first Biodiversity Heritage Site in 2007. Hence, Pair D–4 is correctly matched. Additional Information A Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) is a well-defined area of biodiversity importance, including terrestrial, coastal, inland water, or marine ecosystems, notified by the State Government in consultation with the local bodies. The Biological Diversity Act, 2002 provides the legal framework for the conservation, sustainable use, and equitable sharing of benefits arising from biological resources. Oryza rufipogon is widely used in rice breeding programmes because of its valuable genes for disease resistance, stress tolerance, and yield improvement. The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), established under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, advises the Central Government on biodiversity conservation and promotes sustainable management of biological resources.