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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 Indian children's book, translated from Malayalam, features the character of Kunjan Nambiar?

  1. The Elephant's Child

  2. The Jungle Book

  3. Kunjan Nambiar

  4. The Cat and the Parrot
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

N.N. Pillai's 'Kunjan Nambiar', originally written in Malayalam, tells the story of a legendary poet and satirist from Kerala.

Multiple choice

Which migratory bird species is known to visit the backwaters of Kerala during the winter months?

  1. Flamingos

  2. Pelicans

  3. Cranes

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

Storks, particularly the Painted Stork and the Black-necked Stork, are known to migrate to the backwaters of Kerala during the winter months, creating a spectacular sight.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Geological Heritage Site of India?

  1. Lonar Lake

  2. Rani ki Vav

  3. Elephanta Caves

  4. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but it is not a Geological Heritage Site.

Multiple choice

The Thar Desert in Rajasthan is one of the largest deserts in India. Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of the Thar Desert?

  1. Sand dunes

  2. Oasis

  3. Salt flats

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

Glaciers are not found in the Thar Desert.

Multiple choice

The Sunderbans in West Bengal is a mangrove forest that is home to a variety of wildlife. Which of the following is not an animal found in the Sunderbans?

  1. Royal Bengal Tiger

  2. Ganges River Dolphin

  3. Saltwater Crocodile

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

Snow Leopards are not found in the Sunderbans.

Multiple choice

The Kaziranga National Park in Assam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to a large population of which animal?

  1. One-horned rhinoceros

  2. Asian elephant

  3. Bengal tiger

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

The Kaziranga National Park is home to a large population of one-horned rhinoceros.

Multiple choice

The Manas National Park in Assam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to a variety of wildlife. Which of the following is not an animal found in the Manas National Park?

  1. Golden langur

  2. Pygmy hog

  3. Hispid hare

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

Snow leopards are not found in the Manas National Park.

Multiple choice

The Nameri National Park in Assam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to a variety of wildlife. Which of the following is not an animal found in the Nameri National Park?

  1. White-winged wood duck

  2. Hispid hare

  3. Golden langur

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

Snow leopards are not found in the Nameri National Park.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of an endangered species?

  1. Giant panda

  2. Blue whale

  3. African elephant

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are examples of endangered species.

Multiple choice

What percentage of the world's known species are estimated to be endangered?

  1. 10%

  2. 25%

  3. 50%

  4. 75%
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Approximately 25% of the world's known species are estimated to be endangered.

Multiple choice

The Central Highlands are home to several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Which of the following is a famous national park located in this region?

  1. Kanha National Park

  2. Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve

  3. Pench National Park

  4. Sanjay Gandhi National Park
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kanha National Park, located in Madhya Pradesh, is a famous national park in the Central Highlands, known for its tiger population.

Multiple choice

The coastal plains of India are home to a variety of wildlife, including:

  1. Tigers

  2. Elephants

  3. Lions

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

The coastal plains of India are home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, elephants, and lions.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park, located in the state of Assam, is the largest national park in India, covering an area of approximately 430 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Maharashtra?

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Leopard

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

The tiger is the state animal of Maharashtra, and is found in various protected areas within the state, including Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve and Pench National Park.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state bird of Kerala?

  1. Great Indian Hornbill

  2. Malabar Grey Hornbill

  3. Indian Roller

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

The Great Indian Hornbill is the state bird of Kerala, and is found in various forests and protected areas within the state, including Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary.