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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
Where is the purple frog found?
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Western Ghats of India
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Eastern Ghats of India
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Himalayas
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Terai region of Nepal and India
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Explanation
The purple frog is found in the Western Ghats of India.
What is the conservation status of the golden frog?
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Critically endangered
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Endangered
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Vulnerable
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Near threatened
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Explanation
The golden frog is a critically endangered species, with only a few hundred individuals remaining in the wild.
Which of the following wetlands is located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir?
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Sunderbans
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Chilika Lake
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Wular Lake
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Kolleru Lake
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Explanation
Wular Lake is located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir and is the largest freshwater lake in India.
Which of the following wetlands is a Ramsar site?
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Sunderbans
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Chilika Lake
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Wular Lake
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All of the above
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Explanation
All of the above wetlands are Ramsar sites, which are wetlands of international importance.
Which of the following wetlands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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Sunderbans
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Chilika Lake
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Wular Lake
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None of the above
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The Sunderbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is a site of outstanding universal value.
Which of the following wetlands is home to the largest population of migratory birds in India?
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Sunderbans
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Chilika Lake
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Wular Lake
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Kolleru Lake
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Explanation
Chilika Lake is home to the largest population of migratory birds in India.
Which of the following national parks in India is accessible for wheelchair users?
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Jim Corbett National Park
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Kaziranga National Park
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Ranthambore National Park
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Sunderbans National Park
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Jim Corbett National Park has accessible trails and viewing platforms for wheelchair users.
Which of the following species is extinct in the wild in India?
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Asiatic Lion
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Bengal Tiger
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Indian Elephant
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Great Indian Bustard
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The Great Indian Bustard is a critically endangered bird species that is now extinct in the wild in India. It is the heaviest flying bird in the world.
What is the scientific name of the Great Indian Bustard?
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Ardeotis nigriceps
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Chlamydotis undulata
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Houbaropsis bengalensis
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Sypheotides indica
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The scientific name of the Great Indian Bustard is Ardeotis nigriceps.
What is the status of the Great Indian Bustard under the IUCN Red List?
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Critically Endangered
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Endangered
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Vulnerable
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Near Threatened
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The Great Indian Bustard is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List. This means that it is facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.
Which of the following is another extinct in the wild species of India?
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Javan Rhinoceros
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Blackbuck
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Nilgai
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Indian Wild Ass
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Explanation
The Javan Rhinoceros is another extinct in the wild species of India. It was once found in the forests of Assam and West Bengal, but it is now extinct in the wild.
What is the status of the Javan Rhinoceros under the IUCN Red List?
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Critically Endangered
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Endangered
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Vulnerable
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Near Threatened
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Explanation
The Javan Rhinoceros is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List. This means that it is facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.
Which national park is located in the Zaskar Range?
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Great Himalayan National Park
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Hemis National Park
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Pin Valley National Park
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Sunderbans National Park
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Explanation
The Great Himalayan National Park is located in the Zaskar Range and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which animal species is commonly found in the Zaskar Range?
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Snow leopard
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Himalayan black bear
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Blue sheep
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Golden eagle
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Explanation
The snow leopard is a commonly found animal species in the Zaskar Range.
The Pushkar Camel Fair, held in Rajasthan, India, is known for its vibrant display of which animal?
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Horses
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Elephants
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Camels
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Cows
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Explanation
The Pushkar Camel Fair, held in Pushkar, Rajasthan, is renowned for its vibrant display of camels, showcasing the region's rich cultural heritage and traditional camel trade.