Which of the following is/are coral reef areas identified by India for conservation and management?

Gulf of Kachchh

Gulf of Mannar

Daman and Diu

Andaman and Nicobar

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Gulf of Kutch - Correct. The Gulf of Kutch in Gujarat has coral reefs and is an identified area for conservation.
Gulf of Mannar - Correct. Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Gulf of Mannar is an important coral reef region and protected area.
Daman and Diu - Incorrect. Daman and Diu do not have significant coral reefs.
Andaman and Nicobar - Correct. The Andaman and Nicobar islands have extensive coral reefs that are protected.

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Gulf of Kutch - Correct. The Gulf of Kutch in Gujarat has coral reefs and is an identified area for conservation.
Gulf of Mannar - Correct. Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Gulf of Mannar is an important coral reef region and protected area.
Daman and Diu - Incorrect. Daman and Diu do not have significant coral reefs.
Andaman and Nicobar - Correct. The Andaman and Nicobar islands have extensive coral reefs that are protected.

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