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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 home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Manas National Park

  3. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Orang National Park
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park is located in the state of Assam and is home to the largest population of one-horned rhinoceros in the world. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, tigers, leopards, and a variety of bird species.

Multiple choice

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

  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 is located in the state of Gujarat and is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions are found in the wild. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its diverse wildlife, including leopards, hyenas, and a variety of bird species.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Nanda Devi National Park

  2. Hemis National Park

  3. Great Himalayan National Park

  4. Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hemis National Park is located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir and is home to the endangered snow leopard. It is also known for its diverse wildlife, including brown bears, blue sheep, and a variety of bird species.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the pet-friendly taxi service available in major cities in India?

  1. PetCabs

  2. Uber

  3. Ola

  4. Meru Cabs
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

PetCabs is a pet-friendly taxi service available in major cities in India. It provides transportation for pets and their owners in specially equipped vehicles.

Multiple choice

Which app allows you to connect with other pet owners and find pet-friendly places in India?

  1. Pawshake

  2. Rover

  3. Wag

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

Pawshake is an app that allows you to connect with other pet owners and find pet-friendly places in India. It includes a community of pet owners who can provide advice and support, as well as listings of pet-friendly hotels, restaurants, and attractions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the pet-friendly national park in India?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Ranthambore National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

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

Jim Corbett National Park is a pet-friendly national park in India. It allows visitors to bring their pets on guided safaris, provided that the pets are well-behaved and under control.

Multiple choice

Which app allows you to find pet-friendly parks in India?

  1. Parkopedia

  2. Google Maps

  3. Apple Maps

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

Parkopedia is an app that allows you to find pet-friendly parks in India. It includes a filter that allows you to search for parks that allow dogs, as well as reviews and ratings from other pet owners.

Multiple choice

The Great Himalayan National Park is located in which state?

  1. Himachal Pradesh

  2. Uttarakhand

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

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

The Great Himalayan National Park is a national park in Himachal Pradesh, India.

Multiple choice

The Kaziranga National Park is located in which state?

  1. Assam

  2. West Bengal

  3. Odisha

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

The Kaziranga National Park is a national park in Assam, India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of protected area?

  1. National Park

  2. Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Biosphere Reserve

  4. Marine Protected Area
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Biosphere Reserves are not protected areas in the traditional sense, but rather areas where people and nature coexist in a sustainable manner.

Multiple choice

Which species is known for its iconic black and white markings and is often considered a symbol of endangered species?

  1. Giant Panda

  2. African Elephant

  3. Snow Leopard

  4. Orangutan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Giant Panda, with its distinctive black and white fur, is an iconic symbol of endangered species and is native to China.

Multiple choice

Which endangered species is known for its long neck and is often associated with the African savanna?

  1. Giraffe

  2. African Elephant

  3. Cheetah

  4. Lion
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Giraffe, with its long neck and distinctive coat patterns, is an iconic species of the African savanna and is currently classified as endangered.

Multiple choice

Which endangered species is known for its distinctive orange fur and is native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia?

  1. Orangutan

  2. Sumatran Tiger

  3. Asian Elephant

  4. Javan Rhinoceros
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
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Explanation

The Orangutan, with its long, reddish-orange fur and arboreal lifestyle, is an endangered species native to the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia.

Multiple choice

Which endangered species is known for its distinctive black and white fur and is native to the forests of Central and South America?

  1. Giant Panda

  2. African Elephant

  3. Jaguar

  4. Howler Monkey
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Jaguar, with its striking black and white fur and powerful hunting abilities, is an endangered species native to the forests of Central and South America.

Multiple choice

Which endangered species is known for its long, curved horns and is native to the African savanna?

  1. Giraffe

  2. African Elephant

  3. Rhinoceros

  4. Lion
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Rhinoceros, with its distinctive horns and large size, is an endangered species native to Africa and Asia.