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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 NOT a type of wildlife crime commonly reported in Indian Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks?

  1. Poaching

  2. Illegal logging

  3. Wildlife trafficking

  4. Littering
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

While poaching, illegal logging, and wildlife trafficking are common wildlife crimes, littering is not typically considered a wildlife crime.

Multiple choice

Which tribe in India believes that their ancestors were tigers?

  1. Gonds

  2. Bhils

  3. Santhals

  4. Todas
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Gonds are a large tribe found in the central and eastern parts of India. They believe that their ancestors were tigers and that they have a special connection to these animals.

Multiple choice

Which tribe in India believes that their ancestors were elephants?

  1. Khasis

  2. Lepchas

  3. Bhutias

  4. Nagas
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Lepchas are a tribe found in the northeastern states of India. They believe that their ancestors were elephants and that they have a special connection to these animals.

Multiple choice

Which tribe in India believes that their ancestors were birds?

  1. Garos

  2. Khasis

  3. Jaintias

  4. Nagas
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Garos are a tribe found in the northeastern states of India. They believe that their ancestors were birds and that they have a special connection to these animals.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major biodiversity hotspot in India?

  1. Western Ghats

  2. Eastern Himalayas

  3. Sundarbans

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

India is home to four major biodiversity hotspots: the Western Ghats, the Eastern Himalayas, the Sundarbans, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a biodiversity hotspot in India?

  1. Western Ghats

  2. Eastern Himalayas

  3. Sundarbans

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

India is home to three biodiversity hotspots: the Western Ghats, the Eastern Himalayas, and the Sundarbans.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common animal species found in Tropical Evergreen Forests?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Elephant

  4. Rhinoceros
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Elephants are common animal species found in Tropical Evergreen Forests, known for their large size and herbivorous diet.

Multiple choice

Which trekking trail takes trekkers through the Hemis National Park?

  1. Kedarkantha Trek

  2. Nanda Devi Sanctuary Trek

  3. Hemis National Park Trek

  4. Goechala Trek
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Hemis National Park Trek is a moderate-difficulty trek that takes trekkers through the Hemis National Park in Ladakh. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including the endangered snow leopard, and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Multiple choice

Which trekking trail is known for its diverse flora and fauna?

  1. Kedarkantha Trek

  2. Nanda Devi Sanctuary Trek

  3. Roopkund Trek

  4. Har Ki Dun Trek
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Roopkund Trek in Uttarakhand is known for its diverse flora and fauna. It takes trekkers through forests, meadows, and glacial lakes, and offers opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife, including the Himalayan black bear and the snow leopard.

Multiple choice

The Deccan Plateau is home to a number of endemic species, including:

  1. The Indian giant squirrel

  2. The Nilgiri tahr

  3. The Malabar grey hornbill

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Deccan Plateau is home to a number of endemic species, due to its unique climate and topography.

Multiple choice

What is the largest national park in the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Nagarhole National Park

  2. Bandipur National Park

  3. Mudumalai National Park

  4. Periyar National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Nagarhole National Park is the largest national park in the Deccan Plateau, covering an area of 644 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major wildlife sanctuary located on the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve

  2. Pench National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park is located in the Brahmaputra Valley, not the Deccan Plateau.

Multiple choice

The Deccan Plateau is home to a number of important bird sanctuaries, including:

  1. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

  2. Kokkare Bellur Bird Sanctuary

  3. Thattekad Bird Sanctuary

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Deccan Plateau is home to a number of important bird sanctuaries, due to its varied habitats and rich birdlife.

Multiple choice

The annual Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan is renowned for its vibrant celebration of which animal?

  1. Elephants

  2. Horses

  3. Camels

  4. Cows
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Pushkar Camel Fair is a colorful 10-day event held in November, where thousands of camels are traded, adorned, and paraded, along with cultural performances and competitions.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an endemic species of India?

  1. Asian elephant

  2. Bengal tiger

  3. Indian rhinoceros

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Asian elephant, Bengal tiger, and Indian rhinoceros are all endemic species of India. They are found only in India and nowhere else in the world.