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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

How many national parks and wildlife sanctuaries are there in India?

  1. 100 national parks and 500 wildlife sanctuaries

  2. 150 national parks and 600 wildlife sanctuaries

  3. 200 national parks and 700 wildlife sanctuaries

  4. 250 national parks and 800 wildlife sanctuaries
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Explanation

As of 2023, there are 250 national parks and 800 wildlife sanctuaries in India.

Multiple choice

Which is the largest national park in India?

  1. Nanda Devi National Park

  2. Hemis National Park

  3. Kaziranga National Park

  4. Manas National Park
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Nanda Devi National Park is the largest national park in India, covering an area of 6,343 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which is the oldest national park in India?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Gir National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
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Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India, established in 1936.

Multiple choice

Which is the most visited national park in India?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Bandhavgarh National Park
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Jim Corbett National Park is the most visited national park in India, receiving over 1 million visitors annually.

Multiple choice

Which is the only floating national park in India?

  1. Keoladeo National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Manas National Park

  4. Sundarbans National Park
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Keoladeo National Park is the only floating national park in India, located in the state of Rajasthan.

Multiple choice

Which is the only national park in India that is home to the snow leopard?

  1. Hemis National Park

  2. Nanda Devi National Park

  3. Great Himalayan National Park

  4. Khangchendzonga National Park
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Explanation

Hemis National Park is the only national park in India that is home to the snow leopard.

Multiple choice

Which is the only national park in India that is home to the one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Manas National Park

  3. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Orang National Park
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Kaziranga National Park is the only national park in India that is home to the one-horned rhinoceros.

Multiple choice

Which is the only national park in India that is home to the Asiatic lion?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Sasan Gir National Park

  3. Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary

  4. Velavadar Blackbuck National Park
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Gir National Park is the only national park in India that is home to the Asiatic lion.

Multiple choice

Which is the only national park in India that is home to the tiger, lion, leopard, and elephant?

  1. Nagarhole National Park

  2. Bandipur National Park

  3. Mudumalai National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park
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Nagarhole National Park is the only national park in India that is home to the tiger, lion, leopard, and elephant.

Multiple choice

Which is the only national park in India that is home to the gaur, bison, and nilgai?

  1. Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve

  2. Pench National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

  4. Satpura National Park
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Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is the only national park in India that is home to the gaur, bison, and nilgai.

Multiple choice

Which lake is famous for its migratory birds?

  1. Chilika Lake

  2. Dal Lake

  3. Nainital Lake

  4. Pangong Tso
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Chilika Lake is famous for its migratory birds, which include flamingos, pelicans, and various species of ducks.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of an endemic species?

  1. The Giant Panda

  2. The Komodo Dragon

  3. The Blue Whale

  4. The Kakapo
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Explanation

The Giant Panda, Komodo Dragon, and Kakapo are all examples of endemic species, while the Blue Whale is not.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common Indigenous Knowledge practice for sustainable water management?

  1. Constructing dams for irrigation

  2. Using chemical fertilizers to increase crop yields

  3. Implementing rainwater harvesting techniques

  4. Draining wetlands for agricultural purposes
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Indigenous Knowledge often emphasizes rainwater harvesting and storage techniques to ensure water availability during dry seasons.

Multiple choice

Deep within the rainforests of Arunachal Pradesh, which national park is home to the elusive snow leopard, red pandas, and a diverse array of flora and fauna?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Nanda Devi National Park

  3. Namdapha National Park

  4. Manas National Park
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Explanation

Namdapha National Park, located in the eastern Himalayas, is a biodiversity hotspot and one of the largest national parks in India, known for its rich wildlife, including the endangered snow leopard.

Multiple choice

In the heart of Madhya Pradesh, which national park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including tigers, leopards, and the endangered barasingha deer?

  1. Kanha National Park

  2. Bandhavgarh National Park

  3. Panna National Park

  4. Satpura National Park
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Kanha National Park, located in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, is renowned for its tiger population and diverse wildlife, including barasingha deer, leopards, and a variety of bird species.