Explain the ecological role of mountains also explain the "National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan" in India.

Mountains play a critical ecological role as they support diverse ecosystems, regulate climate, act as water towers, and are home to unique biodiversity. They occupy approximately 24% of the Earth’s land surface and provide essential ecosystem services to both mountain and lowland populations. In India, mountain ecosystems such as the Himalayas, the Western Ghats, and the Eastern Ghats are vital for environmental sustainability and human well-being.

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