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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 in India is known for its successful conservation efforts in protecting the endangered golden langur?

  1. Nameri National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park
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Explanation

Nameri National Park in Assam is recognized for its significant contribution to the conservation of the endangered golden langur. The park provides a protected habitat for these unique primates and implements various conservation measures to ensure their survival.

Multiple choice

The Nagarhole National Park is known for its conservation efforts in protecting which endangered species?

  1. Tigers

  2. Elephants

  3. One-horned Rhinoceros

  4. Snow Leopards
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Explanation

Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka is renowned for its successful conservation efforts in protecting tigers and their habitats. The park provides a safe haven for these majestic predators and plays a vital role in their population recovery.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is dedicated to the conservation of the endangered Nilgiri tahr?

  1. Eravikulam National Park

  2. Nagarhole National Park

  3. Keoladeo National Park

  4. Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary
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Explanation

Eravikulam National Park in Kerala is renowned for its dedication to conserving the endangered Nilgiri tahr. The park provides a protected habitat for these unique ungulates and implements various conservation measures to ensure their survival.

Multiple choice

Which Indian railway allows pets on trains?

  1. Indian Railways

  2. Konkan Railway

  3. Northeast Frontier Railway

  4. Southern Railway
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Explanation

Indian Railways allows pets on trains, subject to certain conditions and restrictions. Pets must be properly crated and muzzled, and a fee must be paid.

Multiple choice

Which Indian bus service allows pets on board?

  1. RedBus

  2. AbhiBus

  3. MakeMyTrip

  4. Goibibo
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Explanation

RedBus is the only Indian bus service that allows pets on board, subject to certain conditions and restrictions. Pets must be properly crated and muzzled, and a fee must be paid.

Multiple choice

Which Indian taxi service allows pets in their vehicles?

  1. Ola

  2. Uber

  3. Meru Cabs

  4. Mega Cabs
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Explanation

Ola is the only Indian taxi service that allows pets in their vehicles, subject to certain conditions and restrictions. Pets must be properly crated and muzzled, and a fee must be paid.

Multiple choice

Which Indian railway allows pets as luggage?

  1. Indian Railways

  2. Konkan Railway

  3. Northeast Frontier Railway

  4. Southern Railway
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Explanation

Indian Railways allows pets as luggage, subject to certain conditions and restrictions. Pets must be properly crated and muzzled, and a fee must be paid.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its vast expanse of sand dunes and is home to the Great Indian Bustard?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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Explanation

The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert or Marusthali Desert, is located in the northwestern part of India and extends into Pakistan. It is characterized by vast sand dunes and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Great Indian Bustard.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its unique rock formations and is home to the Blackbuck antelope?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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Explanation

The Rajasthan Desert, also known as the Thar Desert or Marusthali Desert, is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Blackbuck antelope. It is also known for its unique rock formations, such as the Jaisalmer Fort and the Mehrangarh Fort.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its salt flats and is home to the Wild Ass?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Rann of Kutch
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Explanation

The Rann of Kutch is a salt flat desert located in the state of Gujarat, India. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Wild Ass. The Rann of Kutch is also known for its unique cultural heritage and traditional crafts.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the national park located in the Thar Desert and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Great Indian Bustard?

  1. Desert National Park

  2. Ranthambore National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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Explanation

The Desert National Park is located in the Thar Desert and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Great Indian Bustard. It is one of the largest national parks in India and is known for its unique desert ecosystem.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its unique flora and fauna and is home to the Desert Cat?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Little Rann of Kutch
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Explanation

The Little Rann of Kutch is a salt flat desert located in the state of Gujarat, India. It is home to a variety of unique flora and fauna, including the Desert Cat. The Little Rann of Kutch is also known for its traditional crafts and cultural heritage.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its unique sand dunes and is home to the Blackbuck antelope?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Rajasthan Desert, also known as the Thar Desert or Marusthali Desert, is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Blackbuck antelope. It is also known for its unique sand dunes, which are a popular tourist attraction.

Multiple choice

Which desert in India is known for its unique rock formations and is home to the Desert Fox?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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Explanation

The Rajasthan Desert, also known as the Thar Desert or Marusthali Desert, is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Desert Fox. It is also known for its unique rock formations, such as the Jaisalmer Fort and the Mehrangarh Fort.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the national park located in the Rann of Kutch and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Wild Ass?

  1. Desert National Park

  2. Ranthambore National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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Explanation

The Desert National Park is located in the Rann of Kutch and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Wild Ass. It is one of the largest national parks in India and is known for its unique desert ecosystem.