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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 lake is known as the 'Bird Paradise of India'?

  1. Bharatpur Lake

  2. Sambhar Lake

  3. Pulicat Lake

  4. Renuka Lake
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Explanation

Bharatpur Lake is known as the 'Bird Paradise of India'. It is home to over 370 species of birds, including migratory birds from Siberia and Central Asia.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of Other Protected Area?

  1. National Park

  2. Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Community Reserve

  4. Biosphere Reserve
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Explanation

National Parks are not considered Other Protected Areas, as they have a higher level of protection.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of an Other Protected Area in India?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Sundarbans Tiger Reserve

  3. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  4. Gir Forest National Park
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is an example of an Other Protected Area in India.

Multiple choice

Which travel book provides information on pet-friendly national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India?

  1. The Rough Guide to Pet-Friendly India

  2. Lonely Planet's India with Your Pet

  3. Pet-Friendly India: A Travel Guide for You and Your Furry Friend

  4. India: A Pet-Friendly Travel Guide
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Explanation

Pet-Friendly India: A Travel Guide for You and Your Furry Friend includes a dedicated section on pet-friendly national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India, providing information on pet-friendly trails, accommodations, and regulations.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the forest where Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spend their exile?

  1. Dandaka Forest

  2. Chitrakoota Forest

  3. Panchavati Forest

  4. Kishkindha Forest
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Explanation

Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spend their exile in the Dandaka Forest.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular national park in India?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park
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Explanation

Jim Corbett National Park is a popular national park in India, known for its tiger population and diverse wildlife.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular amusement park in India?

  1. EsselWorld

  2. Imagica

  3. Wonderla

  4. Nicco Park
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Explanation

EsselWorld is a popular amusement park in India, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular zoo in India?

  1. National Zoological Park

  2. Alipore Zoological Gardens

  3. Mysore Zoo

  4. Sanjay Gandhi National Park
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Explanation

The National Zoological Park is a popular zoo in India, located in New Delhi, Delhi.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular botanical garden in India?

  1. Indian Botanic Garden

  2. Lalbagh Botanical Garden

  3. NBRI Botanical Garden

  4. Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden
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Explanation

The Indian Botanic Garden is a popular botanical garden in India, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular theme park in India?

  1. Kingdom of Dreams

  2. Imagica

  3. Wonderla

  4. EsselWorld
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Explanation

The Kingdom of Dreams is a popular theme park in India, located in Gurgaon, Haryana.

Multiple choice

In which state can you find the picturesque village of Mawlynnong, often referred to as 'Asia's Cleanest Village'?

  1. Meghalaya

  2. Sikkim

  3. Arunachal Pradesh

  4. Nagaland
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Explanation

Mawlynnong, situated in the state of Meghalaya, has earned the title of 'Asia's Cleanest Village' for its remarkable cleanliness and sustainable practices.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest grassland ecosystem in India?

  1. Terai-Duar Savanna and Grasslands

  2. Deccan Plateau Grasslands

  3. Gangetic Plain Grasslands

  4. Himalayan Alpine Pastures
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Explanation

The Terai-Duar Savanna and Grasslands is the largest grassland ecosystem in India, covering an area of approximately 100,000 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common animal species found in the Gangetic Plain Grasslands?

  1. Blackbuck

  2. Nilgai

  3. Indian rhinoceros

  4. Gaur
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Explanation

The blackbuck is a common animal species found in the Gangetic Plain Grasslands, known for its distinctive black coat and spiral horns.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common animal species found in the Deccan Plateau Grasslands?

  1. Indian wolf

  2. Chinkara

  3. Four-horned antelope

  4. Nilgai
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The chinkara is a common animal species found in the Deccan Plateau Grasslands, known for its distinctive black and white markings and ability to adapt to dry and arid conditions.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common animal species found in the Terai-Duar Savanna and Grasslands?

  1. Royal Bengal tiger

  2. Indian rhinoceros

  3. Asian elephant

  4. Gaur
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Explanation

The Royal Bengal tiger is a common animal species found in the Terai-Duar Savanna and Grasslands, known for its distinctive orange and black stripes and apex predator status.