Multiple choice general knowledge sports National Animal ? Panthera tigris (tiger) Lion (Panthera leo) bear (Ursus maritimus) Bos primigenius(cow) Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris) is the national animal of India, declared in 1973 after the launch of Project Tiger. The tiger was chosen for its strength, grace, and cultural importance in Indian mythology and folklore.