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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

Under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which species are considered to be endangered?

  1. Species that are threatened with extinction

  2. Species that are rare or uncommon

  3. Species that are declining in population

  4. Species that are endemic to India
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, endangered species are defined as species that are threatened with extinction.

Multiple choice

Which schedule of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, provides the highest level of protection to endangered species?

  1. Schedule I

  2. Schedule II

  3. Schedule III

  4. Schedule IV
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Explanation

Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, provides the highest level of protection to endangered species.

Multiple choice

Which Indian state has the highest number of endangered species?

  1. Assam

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Meghalaya

  4. Sikkim
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Explanation

Assam has the highest number of endangered species in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian state has the lowest number of endangered species?

  1. Haryana

  2. Punjab

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation

Haryana has the lowest number of endangered species in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following animals was domesticated in the Indus Valley?

  1. Cattle

  2. Horses

  3. Sheep

  4. Goats
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Explanation

The Indus Valley people domesticated cattle, horses, sheep, and goats.

Multiple choice

Which marine species is NOT found in Indian waters?

  1. Dugong

  2. Green sea turtle

  3. Humpback whale

  4. Blue whale
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Humpback whales are not found in Indian waters, although they are found in other parts of the world.

Multiple choice

According to the IUCN Red List, what is the current status of the giant panda?

  1. Critically endangered

  2. Endangered

  3. Vulnerable

  4. Near threatened

  5. Least concern
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C Correct answer
Explanation

As of 2023, the giant panda is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a species that has been successfully reintroduced to its former habitat?

  1. California condor

  2. Black-footed ferret

  3. Whooping crane

  4. All of the above

  5. None of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The California condor, black-footed ferret, and whooping crane have all been successfully reintroduced to their former habitats.

Multiple choice

Which of the following national parks is located in the Eastern Coastal Plain?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Sundarbans National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Sundarbans National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the Eastern Coastal Plain of India.

Multiple choice

The Coastal Plains of India are home to a number of important bird sanctuaries. Which of the following is not located in this region?

  1. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  2. Keoladeo National Park

  3. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park is located in Assam, which is not part of the Coastal Plains of India.

Multiple choice

Which vehicle is associated with Lord Ganesha?

  1. Mouse

  2. Elephant

  3. Lion

  4. Peacock
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Explanation

Lord Ganesha is often depicted riding a mouse, which is considered to be his vehicle. The mouse symbolizes humility and intelligence, and its association with Lord Ganesha highlights his ability to overcome obstacles and challenges.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the most endangered species in India?

  1. Tiger

  2. Elephant

  3. One-horned rhinoceros

  4. Snow leopard
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The snow leopard is the most endangered species in India, with a population of less than 5,000 individuals.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not an endangered species in India?

  1. Indian wolf

  2. Asiatic lion

  3. Blackbuck

  4. Nilgiri tahr
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The blackbuck is not an endangered species in India, as its population is relatively stable.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of an endangered species that has been successfully conserved in India?

  1. Tiger

  2. Elephant

  3. One-horned rhinoceros

  4. Snow leopard
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Explanation

The tiger is an example of an endangered species that has been successfully conserved in India. The population of tigers in India has increased from 1,411 in 2006 to 2,967 in 2018.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a threatened species in India?

  1. Indian wolf

  2. Asiatic lion

  3. Blackbuck

  4. Nilgiri tahr
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Explanation

The Indian wolf is an example of a threatened species in India, as its population is declining due to habitat loss and poaching.