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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 Madhya Pradesh, known for its rich wildlife, including tigers, leopards, and elephants?

  1. Kanha National Park

  2. Bandhavgarh National Park

  3. Panna National Park

  4. Pench National Park
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Explanation

Kanha National Park is a renowned wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh, offering thrilling safaris and opportunities to spot diverse wildlife.

Multiple choice

Which is the largest tiger reserve in India?

  1. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
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Explanation

Nagarhole Tiger Reserve in Karnataka is the largest tiger reserve in India, covering an area of 643.39 sq km.

Multiple choice

Which tiger reserve in India is known for its high density of tigers?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Bandhavgarh National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

  4. Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
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Explanation

Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh is known for its high density of tigers, with an estimated population of 110 tigers.

Multiple choice

What is the scientific name of the tiger?

  1. Panthera tigris

  2. Panthera leo

  3. Panthera pardus

  4. Panthera uncia
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The scientific name of the tiger is Panthera tigris.

Multiple choice

How many subspecies of tigers are there in the world?

  1. 5

  2. 6

  3. 7

  4. 8
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Explanation

There are six subspecies of tigers in the world: Bengal tiger, Siberian tiger, Indochinese tiger, Malayan tiger, Sumatran tiger, and South China tiger.

Multiple choice

Which subspecies of tiger is found in India?

  1. Bengal tiger

  2. Siberian tiger

  3. Indochinese tiger

  4. Malayan tiger
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Explanation

The Bengal tiger is the subspecies of tiger found in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian wetland is recognized as a Ramsar site?

  1. Chilika Lake

  2. Sunderbans

  3. Vembanad Lake

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Chilika Lake, Sunderbans, and Vembanad Lake are all recognized as Ramsar sites in India, highlighting their ecological importance and the need for their conservation.

Multiple choice

Which Indian wetland is recognized as a Ramsar site?

  1. Chilika Lake

  2. Sunderbans

  3. Vembanad Lake

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Chilika Lake, Sunderbans, and Vembanad Lake are all recognized as Ramsar sites in India, highlighting their ecological importance and the need for their conservation.

Multiple choice

Which region of India is known for its unique biodiversity and rich cultural heritage?

  1. Northeast India

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Himalayan Region

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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Explanation

Northeast India is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, encompassing diverse ecosystems, including rainforests, grasslands, and wetlands. It is also home to a rich cultural heritage, with numerous indigenous communities and traditions.

Multiple choice

Which region of India is facing significant challenges due to deforestation and habitat loss?

  1. Central India

  2. Eastern Ghats

  3. Western Ghats

  4. Northern Plains
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Explanation

The Western Ghats region of India is experiencing severe deforestation and habitat loss due to various factors such as urbanization, agriculture expansion, and unsustainable logging practices, leading to the degradation of its unique ecosystems and biodiversity.

Multiple choice

Which region of India is known for its extensive mangrove forests and rich biodiversity?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Rann of Kutch

  3. Thar Desert

  4. Eastern Ghats
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The Sundarbans region, located in the Ganges-Brahmaputra delta, is renowned for its vast mangrove forests, forming one of the largest mangrove ecosystems in the world. It supports a diverse array of flora and fauna, including endangered species such as the Royal Bengal Tiger.

Multiple choice

Which region of India is known for its unique desert ecosystem and rich cultural heritage?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Sundarbans

  3. Western Ghats

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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The Thar Desert region of India, located in the northwestern part of the country, is renowned for its unique desert ecosystem, characterized by extreme temperatures, limited rainfall, and sparse vegetation. It also holds significant cultural and historical significance, being home to various indigenous communities and traditional practices.

Multiple choice

Which of the following regions is known as the 'Rubber Belt of India'?

  1. Gangetic Plains

  2. Deccan Plateau

  3. Eastern Coastal Plains

  4. Western Coastal Plains
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Explanation

The Eastern Coastal Plains is known as the 'Rubber Belt of India' due to its high production of rubber.

Multiple choice

Which species of crocodile is found in the Sundarbans?

  1. Saltwater crocodile

  2. Nile crocodile

  3. American crocodile

  4. Orinoco crocodile
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The saltwater crocodile is the largest living reptile and is found in the Sundarbans.

Multiple choice

Which species of tiger is found in the Sundarbans?

  1. Bengal tiger

  2. Siberian tiger

  3. Indochinese tiger

  4. Sumatran tiger
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Explanation

The Bengal tiger is the largest tiger subspecies and is found in the Sundarbans.