List of National Parks in India 2026 by home academy

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National Parks in India – Complete Notes & Important Facts

National Parks in India are protected areas established to conserve wildlife, biodiversity, ecosystems, and natural heritage. These areas are governed under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, where human activities like grazing, hunting, and forestry are strictly prohibited.

Key Facts about National Parks in India (Most Important for Exams)

Total National Parks in India: 107

Total Area Covered: ~ 1.35% of India’s geographical area
First National Park in India: Jim Corbett National Park (1936) – Uttarakhand
Largest National Park (Area-wise):

Hemis National Park – Ladakh

Smallest National Park:

South Button Island National Park – Andaman & Nicobar Islands

State with Maximum National Parks:

Madhya Pradesh – 11 National Parks

National Parks span ecosystems:

Deserts

Alpine regions
Mangroves
Tropical rainforests
Grasslands

Legal & Administrative Framework

Governed by Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

Managed by State Forest Departments
Boundaries cannot be altered without State Legislature approval
Stronger protection than Wildlife Sanctuaries

Difference Between National Park & Wildlife Sanctuary (Exam Favorite)

Feature	National Park	Wildlife Sanctuary
Human Activity	Not allowed	Limited allowed
Grazing	Prohibited	Sometimes allowed
Legal Protection	Very strict	Comparatively flexible
Boundary Change	Requires Legislature approval	State Govt approval

State-wise Highlights (Frequently Asked)

Madhya Pradesh (Tiger State of India)

Kanha NP

Bandhavgarh NP
Pench NP
Satpura NP

Uttarakhand

Jim Corbett NP (Oldest)

Assam

Kaziranga NP (One-horned Rhino)
Manas NP (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Gujarat

Gir NP (Only home of Asiatic Lions)

West Bengal

Sundarbans NP (Mangrove ecosystem & Royal Bengal Tiger)

Largest & Smallest National Parks

Largest: Hemis National Park (Ladakh)

Smallest: South Button Island National Park (A&N Islands)

👉 Very high chance of direct MCQ

Ecosystem Diversity in Indian National Parks

Desert: Desert NP (Rajasthan)

Mangroves: Sundarbans NP
Alpine: Hemis NP
Rainforests: Silent Valley NP (Kerala)
Islands: Mahatma Gandhi Marine NP (A&N)

Role of National Parks in Conservation

Protect endangered species (Tiger, Lion, Rhino, Snow Leopard)

Maintain ecological balance
Support climate regulation
Promote eco-tourism
Preserve genetic diversity

Recent Trends & Conservation Efforts

Expansion of protected areas

Integration with Project Tiger, Project Elephant
Community participation models
Eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) development
Use of AI, camera traps, satellite tracking

Important MCQs (Quick Revision)

Which is the largest national park in India?
✔ Hemis National Park
Which state has the highest number of national parks?
✔ Madhya Pradesh
First national park of India?
✔ Jim Corbett National Park
Smallest national park in India?
✔ South Button Island National Park

Summary

India has 107 national parks covering about 1.35% of its total land area, reflecting the country’s strong commitment to wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection. From the cold desert ecosystem of Hemis National Park in Ladakh to the mangrove forests of Sundarbans and the tropical rainforests of Silent Valley, India’s national parks showcase extraordinary ecological diversity. Madhya Pradesh leads with 11 national parks, while South Button Island National Park remains the smallest. Continuous efforts by the government aim to expand protected areas and strengthen conservation frameworks to safeguard India’s natural heritage for future generations.

State-wise List of National Parks in India (Algeneration

Total National Parks in India: 107** (As per latest notified data)

## **Andaman & Nicobar Islands (9)**

1. Campbell Bay NP

2. Galathea NP

3. Mahatma Gandhi Marine NP

4. Mount Manipur (Mount Harriet) NP

5. Rani Jhansi Marine NP

6. Saddle Peak NP

7. North Button Island NP

8. Middle Button Island NP

9. South Button Island NP

## **Andhra Pradesh (3)**

1. Papikonda NP

2. Rajiv Gandhi (Rameswaram) NP

3. Sri Venkateswara NP

## **Arunachal Pradesh (2)**

1. Mouling NP

2. Namdapha NP

## **Assam (7)**

1. Kaziranga NP

2. Manas NP

3. Nameri NP

4. Orang NP

5. Dibru-Saikhowa NP

6. Dehing Patkai NP

7. Raimona NP

## **Bihar (1)**

1. Valmiki NP

## **Chhattisgarh (3)**

1. Indravati NP

2. Kanger Valley NP

3. Guru Ghasidas (Sanjay) NP

## **Goa (1)**

1. Mollem NP

## **Gujarat (4)**

1. Gir NP

2. Blackbuck (Velavadar) NP

3. Marine (Gulf of Kutch) NP

4. Vansda NP

## **Haryana (2)**

1. Sultanpur NP

2. Kalesar NP

## **Himachal Pradesh (5)**

1. Great Himalayan NP

2. Pin Valley NP

3. Khirganga NP

4. Inderkilla NP

5. Simbalbara NP

## **Jharkhand (1)**

1. Betla NP

## **Karnataka (5)*

1. Bandipur NP

2. Nagarhole (Rajiv Gandhi) NP

3. Bannerghatta NP

4. Kudremukh NP

5. Anshi (Kali) NP

## **Kerala (6)**

1. Periyar NP

2. Eravikulam NP

3. Silent Valley NP

4. Mathikettan Shola NP

5. Anamudi Shola NP

6. Pampadum Shola NP

## **Ladakh (1)**

1. Hemis NP

## **Madhya Pradesh (11)**

1. Kanha NP

2. Bandhavgarh NP

3. Pench NP

4. Satpura NP

5. Panna NP

6. Sanjay NP

7. Madhav NP

8. Van Vihar NP

9. Kuno NP

10. Fossil NP

11. Ghughua Fossil NP

## **Maharashtra (6)**

1. Tadoba NP

2. Sanjay Gandhi NP

3. Chandoli NP

4. Gugamal NP

5. Navegaon NP

6. Pench NP (MH)

## **Manipur (1)**

1. Keibul Lamjao NP

## **Meghalaya (2)**

1. Nokrek NP

2. Balpakram NP

## **Mizoram (2)**

1. Murlen NP

2. Phawngpui (Blue Mountain) NP

## **Nagaland (1)**

1. Intanki (Ntangki) NP

## **Odisha (2)**

1. Simlipal NP

2. Bhitarkanika NP

## **Rajasthan (5)**

1. Ranthambore NP

2. Sariska NP

3. Desert NP

4. Keoladeo Ghana NP

5. Mukundra Hills NP

## **Sikkim (1)**

1. Khangchendzonga NP

## **Tamil Nadu (5)**

1. Mudumalai NP

2. Mukurthi NP

3. Guindy NP

4. Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) NP

5. Gulf of Mannar Marine NP

## **Telangana (3)**

1. Kasu Brahmananda Reddy NP

2. Mahavir Harina Vanasthali NP

3. Mrugavani NP

## **Tripura (2)**

1. Clouded Leopard NP

2. Rajbari NP

## **Uttar Pradesh (1)**

1. Dudhwa NP

## **Uttarakhand (6)**

1. Jim Corbett NP

2. Rajaji NP

3. Nanda Devi NP

4. Valley of Flowers NP

5. Gangotri NP

6. Govind NP

## **West Bengal (6)**

1. Sundarbans NP

2. Buxa NP

3. Jaldapara NP

4. Gorumara NP

5. Singalila NP

6. Neora Valley NP

**✔ Total National Parks: 107**

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