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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 national park is home to the Asiatic lion and is visited by the Deccan Odyssey?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Ranthambore National Park

  3. Bandhavgarh National Park

  4. Kanha National Park
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Gir National Park is home to the Asiatic lion and is visited by the Deccan Odyssey.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest tiger reserve in India?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Sunderbans Tiger Reserve
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The Sunderbans Tiger Reserve, located in West Bengal, is the largest tiger reserve in India and is home to a significant population of Bengal tigers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a critically endangered species of vulture found in India?

  1. White-backed Vulture

  2. Red-headed Vulture

  3. Egyptian Vulture

  4. Griffon Vulture
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The White-backed Vulture is a critically endangered species of vulture found in India. It has experienced a significant decline in population due to factors such as habitat loss, poisoning, and collision with power lines.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Kerala?

  1. Elephant

  2. Tiger

  3. Lion-tailed Macaque

  4. Nilgiri Tahr
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The Elephant is the state animal of Kerala, symbolizing the state's rich wildlife and the importance of conservation efforts.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state bird of Rajasthan?

  1. Great Indian Bustard

  2. Indian Peafowl

  3. Blackbuck

  4. Chinkara
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The Great Indian Bustard is the state bird of Rajasthan, known for its distinctive appearance and its conservation status as a critically endangered species.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of wild buffalo found in India?

  1. Indian Bison

  2. Nilgai

  3. Gaur

  4. Wild Boar
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The Gaur, also known as the Indian Bison, is a species of wild buffalo found in India. It is the largest bovine in the world and is known for its impressive size and strength.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of antelope found in the grasslands of India?

  1. Blackbuck

  2. Chinkara

  3. Nilgai

  4. Four-horned Antelope
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The Blackbuck is a species of antelope found in the grasslands of India. It is known for its distinctive black coat and its graceful appearance.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of crocodile found in the freshwater habitats of India?

  1. Saltwater Crocodile

  2. Nile Crocodile

  3. American Crocodile

  4. Mugger Crocodile
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The Mugger Crocodile is a species of crocodile found in the freshwater habitats of India, including rivers, lakes, and swamps. It is known for its large size and its role as an apex predator in its ecosystem.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of venomous snake found in India?

  1. King Cobra

  2. Russell's Viper

  3. Saw-scaled Viper

  4. Indian Cobra
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The King Cobra is a species of venomous snake found in India. It is the longest venomous snake in the world and is known for its aggressive behavior and potent venom.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of parrot found in the forests of India?

  1. Indian Ringneck Parakeet

  2. Alexandrine Parakeet

  3. Rose-ringed Parakeet

  4. Blue-winged Parakeet
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The Indian Ringneck Parakeet is a species of parrot found in the forests of India. It is known for its distinctive green plumage and its ability to mimic human speech.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of hornbill found in the forests of India?

  1. Great Hornbill

  2. Wreathed Hornbill

  3. Oriental Pied Hornbill

  4. Rufous-necked Hornbill
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The Great Hornbill is a species of hornbill found in the forests of India. It is known for its large size, distinctive casque, and its role as a frugivore, helping to disperse seeds in the forest ecosystem.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of peacock found in India?

  1. Indian Peafowl

  2. Green Peafowl

  3. Congo Peafowl

  4. Javan Peafowl
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The Indian Peafowl is a species of peacock found in India. It is known for its vibrant plumage, particularly the elaborate tail feathers of the male, which are used in courtship displays.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of pheasant found in the Himalayas of India?

  1. Himalayan Monal

  2. Cheer Pheasant

  3. Koklass Pheasant

  4. Satyr Tragopan
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The Himalayan Monal is a species of pheasant found in the Himalayas of India. It is known for its iridescent plumage, particularly the colorful crest and tail feathers of the male.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of stork found in the wetlands of India?

  1. Painted Stork

  2. Black-necked Stork

  3. White Stork

  4. Oriental Stork
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The Painted Stork is a species of stork found in the wetlands of India. It is known for its distinctive pink plumage and its role as a scavenger, feeding on fish, amphibians, and small reptiles.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a species of eagle found in the forests of India?

  1. Golden Eagle

  2. Steppe Eagle

  3. Indian Spotted Eagle

  4. Crested Serpent Eagle
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The Indian Spotted Eagle is a species of eagle found in the forests of India. It is known for its distinctive spotted plumage and its role as a predator, feeding on small mammals, birds, and reptiles.