Environmental Studies ยท General Awareness
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
Which Indian fable teaches the moral that slow and steady wins the race?
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The Tortoise and the Hare
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The Lion and the Mouse
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The Elephant and the Ant
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The Monkey and the Crocodile
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Explanation
The Tortoise and the Hare is a popular Indian fable that teaches the moral that slow and steady wins the race.
Which Indian fable teaches the moral that pride comes before a fall?
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The Lion and the Mouse
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The Elephant and the Ant
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The Monkey and the Crocodile
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The Peacock and the Crow
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The Peacock and the Crow is an Indian fable that teaches the moral that pride comes before a fall.
In the Panchatantra, which animal is known for its strength and courage?
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The Lion
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The Elephant
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The Tiger
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The Bear
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In the Panchatantra, the lion is known for its strength and courage.
In the Panchatantra, which animal is known for its wisdom and knowledge?
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The Owl
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The Lion
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The Elephant
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The Monkey
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In the Panchatantra, the owl is known for its wisdom and knowledge.
Which Indian fable teaches the moral that kindness is always rewarded?
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The Kind Brahmin
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The Clever Fox
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The Greedy Dog
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The Lazy Donkey
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The Kind Brahmin is an Indian fable that teaches the moral that kindness is always rewarded.
What is the name of the endangered species of antelope found in the Thar Desert?
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Blackbuck
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Nilgai
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Chinkara
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Indian Gazelle
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The Chinkara is an endangered species of antelope found in the Thar Desert. It is a small, graceful antelope with long, slender horns.
Which of the following is NOT a type of Wildlife Sanctuary?
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Bird Sanctuary
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Tiger Reserve
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Marine Sanctuary
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National Park
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National Parks are not considered a type of Wildlife Sanctuary as they have a broader focus on protecting and preserving natural ecosystems and wildlife habitats, while Wildlife Sanctuaries are specifically designated for the protection and conservation of specific species of wildlife.
Which of the following is the largest National Park in India?
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Kaziranga National Park
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Jim Corbett National Park
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Gir National Park
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Sundarbans National Park
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Sundarbans National Park is the largest National Park in India, covering an area of approximately 10,237 square kilometers.
Which National Park is famous for its one-horned rhinoceros?
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Kaziranga National Park
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Manas National Park
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Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
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Orang National Park
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Kaziranga National Park is famous for its one-horned rhinoceros, which is a critically endangered species. It is home to the largest population of one-horned rhinoceros in the world.
Which Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its tiger population?
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Ranthambore National Park
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Kanha National Park
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Bandhavgarh National Park
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Pench National Park
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Ranthambore National Park, Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, and Pench National Park are all known for their tiger population and are considered to be important tiger reserves in India.
Which of the following is NOT a marine sanctuary in India?
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Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
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Sunderbans Tiger Reserve
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Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
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Narcondam Island Wildlife Sanctuary
B
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Explanation
Sunderbans Tiger Reserve is not a marine sanctuary. It is a tiger reserve located in the Sundarbans delta in West Bengal, India.
Which of the following is NOT a type of National Park in India?
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Marine National Park
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Desert National Park
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Forest National Park
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Wetland National Park
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Desert National Park is not a type of National Park in India. The other options, Marine National Park, Forest National Park, and Wetland National Park, are all recognized types of National Parks in India.
Which of the following is NOT a type of Wildlife Sanctuary in India?
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Bird Sanctuary
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Tiger Reserve
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Marine Sanctuary
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National Park
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Explanation
National Parks are not considered a type of Wildlife Sanctuary as they have a broader focus on protecting and preserving natural ecosystems and wildlife habitats, while Wildlife Sanctuaries are specifically designated for the protection and conservation of specific species of wildlife.
Which national park in India is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros?
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Kaziranga National Park
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Jim Corbett National Park
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Ranthambore National Park
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Gir National Park
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Kaziranga National Park, located in the state of Assam, is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Project Tiger reserve.
Which wildlife sanctuary in India is famous for its tiger population and is considered one of the best places to spot tigers in the wild?
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Ranthambore National Park
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Jim Corbett National Park
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Kanha National Park
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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Explanation
Ranthambore National Park, located in the state of Rajasthan, is known for its high density of tigers and offers excellent opportunities for tiger sightings. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including leopards, sloth bears, and crocodiles.