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Indian Flora and Fauna

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Indian flora and fauna questions cover national parks, endangered species, and wildlife protection laws. These topics are crucial for the environmental ecology sections of UPSC, state PSC, and banking exams. Practice these questions to master the biodiversity and conservation concepts required for government tests.

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Indian Flora and Fauna Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the oldest Wildlife Sanctuary in India?

  1. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Gir Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Corbett Wildlife Sanctuary
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is the oldest Wildlife Sanctuary in India, established in 1895.

Multiple choice

How many National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries are there in India?

  1. Over 100

  2. Over 500

  3. Over 1000

  4. Over 2000
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C Correct answer
Explanation

There are over 1000 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India, covering a wide range of ecosystems and habitats.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's national program for the conservation of marine turtles?

  1. National Marine Turtle Conservation Program

  2. National Sea Turtle Conservation Program

  3. National Turtle Conservation Program

  4. National Marine Wildlife Conservation Program
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Explanation

The National Marine Turtle Conservation Program is India's national program for the conservation of marine turtles. It was launched in 2010 and aims to protect marine turtles and their habitats, reduce marine turtle mortality, and promote public awareness about the importance of marine turtles.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Sparrow

  4. Elephant
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sparrow is not a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a prohibited activity under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Hunting of endangered species

  2. Trading in wildlife products

  3. Destruction of wildlife habitat

  4. Feeding wild animals
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Feeding wild animals is not a prohibited activity under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Schedule I species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Elephant

  4. Leopard
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Lion is not a Schedule I species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Schedule II species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Blackbuck

  2. Nilgai

  3. Chinkara

  4. Four-horned antelope
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Four-horned antelope is not a Schedule II species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Schedule III species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Peafowl

  2. Parrot

  3. Myna

  4. Kingfisher
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Myna is not a Schedule III species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Schedule IV species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Common langur

  2. Rhesus macaque

  3. Nilgiri tahr

  4. Himalayan black bear
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Himalayan black bear is not a Schedule IV species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Schedule V species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Indian wolf

  2. Jackal

  3. Fox

  4. Porcupine
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Porcupine is not a Schedule V species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

Which animal is commonly found in the Thar Desert?

  1. Camel

  2. Blackbuck

  3. Chinkara

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Camels, blackbucks, and chinkaras are commonly found in the Thar Desert.

Multiple choice

Which national park is located in the Thar Desert?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Keoladeo National Park

  3. Desert National Park

  4. Sariska National Park
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Desert National Park is located in the Thar Desert and is home to a variety of desert wildlife.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is home to the world's largest population of wild asses?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Rann of Kutch

  3. Cholistan Desert

  4. Great Indian Desert
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Little Rann of Kutch is home to the world's largest population of wild asses.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its camel safaris?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Rann of Kutch

  3. Cholistan Desert

  4. Great Indian Desert
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Explanation

The Thar Desert is known for its camel safaris, which are a popular tourist activity.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is home to the world's largest population of blackbucks?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Rann of Kutch

  3. Cholistan Desert

  4. Great Indian Desert
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

Velavadar National Park is home to the world's largest population of blackbucks.