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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

What is the name of the national park in India that is home to the only population of hangul?

  1. Dachigam National Park

  2. Hemis National Park

  3. Nanda Devi National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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Explanation

Dachigam National Park in Jammu and Kashmir is home to the only population of hangul, which is a subspecies of red deer.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is famous for its population of golden langurs?

  1. Nameri National Park

  2. Pakke Tiger Reserve

  3. Manas National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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Explanation

Nameri National Park in Assam is famous for its population of golden langurs, which are found in the evergreen forests of the park.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a biodiversity hotspot in India?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Sundarbans

  4. Gangetic Plain
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Explanation

The Gangetic Plain is not a biodiversity hotspot in India. It is a fertile plain that is home to a variety of crops and livestock.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest national park in India?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

  4. Indravati National Park
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Explanation

Indravati National Park is the largest national park in India, covering an area of 1,258 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Kerala?

  1. Elephant

  2. Tiger

  3. Lion

  4. Nilgiri tahr
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The Nilgiri tahr is the state animal of Kerala. It is a large, goat-like animal that is found in the Western Ghats.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state bird of Maharashtra?

  1. Peacock

  2. Flamingo

  3. Great Indian bustard

  4. Houbara bustard
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The Houbara bustard is the state bird of Maharashtra. It is a large, ground-dwelling bird that is found in the grasslands and deserts of India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Rajasthan?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Leopard

  4. Chinkara
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The Chinkara is the state animal of Rajasthan. It is a small, gazelle-like antelope that is found in the deserts and grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state bird of Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Peacock

  2. Sarus crane

  3. Great Indian bustard

  4. Houbara bustard
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Explanation

The Sarus crane is the state bird of Uttar Pradesh. It is a large, wading bird that is found in the wetlands and grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Gujarat?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Leopard

  4. Chinkara
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Explanation

The Lion is the state animal of Gujarat. It is a large, carnivorous mammal that is found in the forests and grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state bird of Punjab?

  1. Peacock

  2. Sarus crane

  3. Great Indian bustard

  4. Houbara bustard
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Explanation

The Great Indian bustard is the state bird of Punjab. It is a large, ground-dwelling bird that is found in the grasslands and deserts of India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Leopard

  4. Chinkara
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The Chinkara is the state animal of Andhra Pradesh. It is a small, gazelle-like antelope that is found in the deserts and grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

What is the approximate area covered by wetlands in India?

  1. 1.5 million hectares

  2. 2.5 million hectares

  3. 3.5 million hectares

  4. 4.5 million hectares
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Wetlands cover an area of approximately 4.5 million hectares in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest mangrove forest in India?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Pichavaram

  3. Bhitarkanika

  4. Coringa
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The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in India, covering an area of over 10,000 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a near threatened species of bird found in India?

  1. Great Indian Bustard

  2. Blackbuck

  3. Indian Rhinoceros

  4. Golden Mahseer
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The Great Indian Bustard is a large bird found in the grasslands of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a near threatened species of mammal found in India?

  1. Asiatic Lion

  2. Snow Leopard

  3. Indian Elephant

  4. Blackbuck
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The Blackbuck is a medium-sized antelope found in the grasslands and scrublands of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.