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Kaas Plateau (Maharashtra)

Santhosh Kumar 14/07/2023

Kaas Plateau (Maharashtra) upsc notes
Study by Agharkar Research Institute
Significant climate and environmental changes on Kaas Plateau
Kaas Plateau
UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site (2012)
Renowned for seasonal flowers
Form a vibrant carpet during August and September
Location
25 kilometres west of Satara city
In Maharashtra, India
Falls under the Sahyadri Sub-Cluster
Of the Western Ghats

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