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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 national park in India?

  1. Tiger reserve

  2. Marine national park

  3. Bird sanctuary

  4. Elephant reserve
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bird sanctuaries are not a type of national park in India.

Multiple choice

What is the largest wildlife sanctuary in India?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Nanda Devi National Park
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Nanda Devi National Park is the largest wildlife sanctuary in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest grassland in India?

  1. Terai-Duar Savanna and Grasslands

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park
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Explanation

The Terai-Duar Savanna and Grasslands is the largest grassland in India, covering an area of over 10,000 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Vetiver grass

  2. Elephant grass

  3. Thatch grass
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Correct answer
Explanation

Vetiver grass, elephant grass, and thatch grass are all common grass species found in the grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Tiger

  2. Lion

  3. Elephant
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Explanation

Tigers, lions, and elephants are all common animal species found in the grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Peafowl

  2. Sarus crane

  3. Blackbuck
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Peafowl is a common bird species found in the grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Cobra

  2. Viper

  3. Python
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Cobra is a common reptile species found in the grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Frog

  2. Toad

  3. Salamander
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Frog is a common amphibian species found in the grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Grasshopper

  2. Cricket

  3. Ant
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Correct answer
Explanation

Grasshoppers, crickets, and ants are all common insect species found in the grasslands of India.

Multiple choice

What was the most common symbol of the Kushana Empire?

  1. The lion

  2. The bull

  3. The elephant

  4. The horse
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Explanation

The most common symbol of the Kushana Empire was the lion. This was the symbol of the Kushana royal family and was often depicted on Kushana coins.

Multiple choice

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

  1. The aye-aye lemur of Madagascar

  2. The giant tortoise of the Galapagos Islands

  3. The kakapo parrot of New Zealand

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are examples of endemic species.

Multiple choice

What are some examples of geotourism destinations in India?

  1. The Western Ghats

  2. The Sundarbans

  3. The Thar Desert

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

India has several geotourism destinations, including the Western Ghats, the Sundarbans, and the Thar Desert, which offer unique natural and cultural experiences.

Multiple choice

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are home to the world's largest population of which animal?

  1. Saltwater Crocodile

  2. Dugong

  3. Green Sea Turtle

  4. Andaman Teal
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are home to the world's largest population of saltwater crocodiles.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a unique bird species found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

  1. Nicobar Pigeon

  2. Andaman Teal

  3. Narcondam Hornbill

  4. White-bellied Sea Eagle
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Narcondam Hornbill is a unique bird species found only in the Narcondam Island of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Multiple choice

Which national park is home to the endangered Asiatic lion?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gir National Park in Gujarat is the last remaining habitat of the Asiatic lion.