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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 Himalayan bear?

  1. Asiatic black bear

  2. Brown bear

  3. Sloth bear

  4. Himalayan black bear
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The sloth bear is not found in the Himalayas.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a critically endangered Himalayan bird species?

  1. Western tragopan

  2. Cheer pheasant

  3. Himalayan monal

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

The western tragopan is a critically endangered Himalayan bird species.

Multiple choice

The Eastern Himalayas are home to a wide variety of plant and animal species. Which of the following is not found in this region?

  1. Snow leopard

  2. Red panda

  3. Bengal tiger

  4. One-horned rhinoceros
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The one-horned rhinoceros is found in the foothills of the Himalayas, but not in the Eastern Himalayas.

Multiple choice

The Eastern Himalayas are home to several national parks and protected areas. Which of the following is not located in this region?

  1. Kanchenjunga National Park

  2. Singalila National Park

  3. Namdapha National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park is located in the state of Assam, which is not part of the Eastern Himalayas.

Multiple choice

The Eastern Himalayas are home to a wide variety of plant and animal species. Which of the following is not found in this region?

  1. Snow leopard

  2. Red panda

  3. Bengal tiger

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

The African elephant is not found in the Eastern Himalayas.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its population of endangered blackbucks?

  1. Velavadar Blackbuck National Park

  2. Gir National Park

  3. Kaziranga National Park

  4. Jim Corbett National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Velavadar Blackbuck National Park in Gujarat is renowned for its significant population of blackbucks, an endangered antelope species.

Multiple choice

What is the unique feature of the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh?

  1. It is home to the endangered snow leopard.

  2. It is the largest national park in India.

  3. It encompasses a wide range of ecosystems, from alpine meadows to glaciers.

  4. It is the only national park in India that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Great Himalayan National Park is known for its diverse ecosystems, including alpine meadows, temperate forests, and glaciers.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is famous for its one-horned rhinoceros population?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Manas National Park

  3. Orang National Park

  4. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is renowned for its large population of one-horned rhinoceros, a critically endangered species.

Multiple choice

What is the unique characteristic of the Sundarbans National Park in West Bengal?

  1. It is the largest mangrove forest in the world.

  2. It is home to the endangered Bengal tiger.

  3. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Sundarbans National Park is the largest mangrove forest in the world, home to the endangered Bengal tiger, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its population of Asiatic lions?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

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

Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions are found in the wild.

Multiple choice

What is the unique feature of the Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh?

  1. It is home to the endangered barasingha deer.

  2. It is the largest national park in India.

  3. It is known for its dense bamboo forests.

  4. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Kanha National Park is known for its significant population of barasingha deer, an endangered species.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is famous for its tiger population?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park
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Explanation

Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan is renowned for its high density of tigers, making it a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

Multiple choice

What is the unique characteristic of the Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand?

  1. It is home to the endangered snow leopard.

  2. It is the largest national park in India.

  3. It encompasses the Nanda Devi peak, the second highest mountain in India.

  4. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Nanda Devi National Park is known for its rugged terrain, which includes the Nanda Devi peak, the second highest mountain in India.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is famous for its population of wild Asiatic buffaloes?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Manas National Park

  3. Pakke Tiger Reserve

  4. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Pakke Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh is known for its significant population of wild Asiatic buffaloes.

Multiple choice

What is the unique feature of the Periyar National Park in Kerala?

  1. It is home to the endangered lion-tailed macaque.

  2. It is the largest national park in India.

  3. It is known for its scenic Periyar Lake.

  4. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Periyar National Park is famous for its scenic Periyar Lake, which offers opportunities for boating and wildlife viewing.