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(D) The $Western 	ext{ } Ghats$ are recognized as one of the world's biodiversity hotspots. They exhibit a very high level of species richness and en

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(D) The $Western 	ext{ } Ghats$ are recognized as one of the world's biodiversity hotspots. They exhibit a very high level of species richness and endemism due to their unique geographical location, high rainfall, and diverse climatic conditions. In India, the $Western 	ext{ } Ghats$ and the $Himalayas$ are the primary regions known for exceptionally high biodiversity compared to other areas.

List-$I$	List-$II$
$(a)$ Plants	$(1)$ $1,25,000$
$(b)$ Mammals	$(2)$ $427$
$(c)$ Reptiles	$(3)$ $40,000$
$(d)$ Invertebrates	$(4)$ $378$

Which region shows a very high level of species richness?

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