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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 leopard population and provides pet-friendly jeep safaris?

  1. Yala National Park

  2. Wilpattu National Park

  3. Bundala National Park

  4. Udawalawe National Park
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Yala National Park in Sri Lanka is known for its leopard population. It offers pet-friendly jeep safaris, allowing you to spot leopards and other wildlife with your pet.

Multiple choice

In which national park can you witness the majestic Asian elephant and take your pet on a guided elephant safari?

  1. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

  2. Udawalawe National Park

  3. Yala National Park

  4. Wilpattu National Park
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Udawalawe National Park in Sri Lanka is known for its Asian elephant population. It offers guided elephant safaris that allow you to bring your pet and experience the gentle giants up close.

Multiple choice

Which national park in Sri Lanka is famous for its birdlife and provides pet-friendly birdwatching tours?

  1. Bundala National Park

  2. Yala National Park

  3. Udawalawe National Park

  4. Wilpattu National Park
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bundala National Park in Sri Lanka is known for its birdlife. It offers pet-friendly birdwatching tours, allowing you to spot various bird species with your pet.

Multiple choice

Which state in India is known for its ecotourism?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Meghalaya

  4. Mizoram
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Explanation

Sikkim is known for its ecotourism, with initiatives such as the 'Responsible Tourism Policy' and the 'Sikkim Tourism Policy' promoting sustainable tourism practices and preserving the state's natural beauty and biodiversity.

Multiple choice

Which popular YouTube channel documents the adventures of a dog named Coco as she travels across India with her owner?

  1. The Coco Chronicles

  2. The Woof Report

  3. Pawsome Paws

  4. Tail Tales
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Explanation

The Coco Chronicles is a popular YouTube channel that features the travels of Coco, a golden retriever, and her owner, Akash Verma, as they explore different parts of India.

Multiple choice

Which pet-friendly travel vlog showcases the unique experiences of traveling with a bird in India?

  1. Feathered Friends

  2. Winged Wanderers

  3. Avian Adventures

  4. Skyward Tails
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Explanation

Feathered Friends is a pet-friendly travel vlog that documents the adventures of a woman named Riya and her pet parrot, Polly, as they travel to various destinations in India.

Multiple choice

Which act provides for the protection of wildlife and the establishment of national parks and sanctuaries in India?

  1. The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

  2. The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Biodiversity Act, 2002
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Explanation

The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 is the primary legislation in India for the protection of wildlife and the establishment of national parks and sanctuaries.

Multiple choice

Which schedule of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides the highest level of protection to wildlife species?

  1. Schedule I

  2. Schedule II

  3. Schedule III

  4. Schedule IV
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Explanation

Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides the highest level of protection to wildlife species, including tigers, lions, elephants, and rhinoceros.

Multiple choice

Which Indian state is known for its rich wildlife and is home to several national parks and sanctuaries?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Karnataka

  4. Odisha
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Explanation

Madhya Pradesh, located in central India, is renowned for its diverse wildlife and is home to renowned national parks like Kanha and Bandhavgarh.

Multiple choice

What is the future prospect of Dhivehi in the Minicoy Islands?

  1. Growing

  2. Stable

  3. Declining

  4. Endangered
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The future prospect of Dhivehi in the Minicoy Islands is considered to be stable, as it is the official language and is widely used in various domains.

Multiple choice

Which of the following was a major religious symbol of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. The bull

  2. The cow

  3. The horse

  4. The elephant
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Explanation

The bull was a major religious symbol in the Indus Valley Civilization, and is often depicted in Indus Valley art and artifacts.

Multiple choice

The 'Garo' tribe is famous for its distinctive 'Nokrek' National Park. What is the primary reason for its significance?

  1. Endangered species conservation

  2. Cultural heritage preservation

  3. Biodiversity hotspot

  4. Scenic landscapes
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Nokrek National Park, located in Meghalaya, is renowned for its rich biodiversity. It is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. The park plays a vital role in conserving the unique ecosystem of the region.

Multiple choice

Which national park is known for its population of one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Gir National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
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Explanation

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife reserve is famous for its Bengal tigers?

  1. Sunderbans Tiger Reserve

  2. Ranthambore National Park

  3. Bandhavgarh National Park

  4. Kanha National Park
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Explanation

Sunderbans Tiger Reserve in West Bengal is the largest mangrove forest in the world and is home to a significant population of Bengal tigers.

Multiple choice

Which national park 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
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Explanation

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