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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 of the following is the state animal of Karnataka?

  1. Indian elephant

  2. Tiger

  3. Sloth bear

  4. Gaur
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Explanation

The gaur, also known as the Indian bison, is the state animal of Karnataka and is found in the forests of the state.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the world's largest flying squirrel species found in India?

  1. Northern flying squirrel

  2. Southern flying squirrel

  3. Giant flying squirrel

  4. Red giant flying squirrel
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Explanation

The red giant flying squirrel, scientifically known as Petaurista petaurista, is the world's largest flying squirrel species and is found in the forests of Northeast India.

Multiple choice

What is the scientific name of the Indian pangolin?

  1. Manis crassicaudata

  2. Manis pentadactyla

  3. Manis javanica

  4. Manis temminckii
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Explanation

The Indian pangolin, scientifically known as Manis crassicaudata, is a species of pangolin found in India and is known for its unique scales.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the state animal of Rajasthan?

  1. Indian wolf

  2. Chinkara

  3. Nilgai

  4. Great Indian bustard
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Explanation

The chinkara, scientifically known as Gazella bennettii, is the state animal of Rajasthan and is a small antelope found in the arid regions of the state.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of protected area under the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)?

  1. National park

  2. Nature reserve

  3. Wildlife sanctuary

  4. Hunting reserve
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Explanation

Hunting reserves are not recognized as a type of protected area by the IUCN.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Giant panda

  2. Blue whale

  3. African elephant

  4. Domestic dog
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Explanation

The domestic dog is not considered an endangered species as it is a domesticated animal and not native to any particular ecosystem.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest mangrove forest in India?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Pichavaram

  3. Bhitarkanika

  4. Coringa
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Explanation

The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in India and one of the largest in the world, covering an area of over 10,000 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the marine mammal that is found in the coastal waters of India?

  1. Dugong

  2. Dolphin

  3. Whale

  4. Sea lion
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Explanation

All of the options are marine mammals that are found in the coastal waters of India. Dugongs, dolphins, whales, and sea lions are all found in different parts of the Indian coast.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe a large, predatory cat found in jungles?

  1. Jaguar

  2. Tiger

  3. Leopard

  4. Lion
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Explanation

Jaguars are large, predatory cats found in the jungles of Central and South America.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a threatened species?

  1. Giant panda

  2. Blue whale

  3. African elephant

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The giant panda, blue whale, and African elephant are all classified as threatened species due to various factors.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of an endangered species?

  1. Black rhinoceros

  2. Sumatran tiger

  3. Giant panda

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The black rhinoceros, Sumatran tiger, and giant panda are all critically endangered species facing imminent threats to their survival.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major wildlife sanctuary in India?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Sundarbans National Park
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Explanation

Sundarbans National Park is not a major wildlife sanctuary in India. Kaziranga National Park, Jim Corbett National Park, and Ranthambore National Park are the major wildlife sanctuaries in the country.

Multiple choice

Which Indian Mollusk species is commonly known as the 'Sacred Chank'?

  1. Turbinella pyrum

  2. Nautilus pompilius

  3. Sepia aculeata

  4. Crassostrea madrasensis
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Explanation

Turbinella pyrum, commonly known as the 'Sacred Chank', holds religious and cultural significance in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following national parks is located in the Northern Coastal Plain?

  1. Sundarbans National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Ranthambore National Park
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Explanation

Sundarbans National Park is located in the Northern Coastal Plain. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Bengal tiger, the Indian rhinoceros, and the Ganges river dolphin. Kaziranga National Park is located in the northeastern part of India and is not part of the Northern Coastal Plain. Jim Corbett National Park and Ranthambore National Park are located in the northern part of India and are not part of the Northern Coastal Plain.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest biosphere reserve in India?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

  4. Manas Biosphere Reserve
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Explanation

The Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is located in the state of Uttarakhand and covers an area of 22,367 square kilometers. It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including the endangered snow leopard and the Himalayan tahr.