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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 mangrove forests?

  1. Sunderbans National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Gir National Park

  4. Jim Corbett National Park
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Explanation

Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal is known for its mangrove forests and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Bengal tiger.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is famous for its turtle nesting grounds?

  1. Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary

  2. Bhitarkanika National Park

  3. Rushikulya Rookery

  4. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
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Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary in Odisha is famous for its turtle nesting grounds and is one of the largest rookeries for Olive Ridley turtles in the world.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is known for its hot springs?

  1. Manas National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Nanda Devi National Park

  4. Valley of Flowers National Park
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Manas National Park in Assam is known for its hot springs and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is home to the Nilgiri tahr?

  1. Eravikulam National Park

  2. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Bandipur National Park
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Eravikulam National Park in Kerala is home to the Nilgiri tahr and is one of the best places in India to see this endangered species.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is known for its Shola forests?

  1. Silent Valley National Park

  2. Eravikulam National Park

  3. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary
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Explanation

Silent Valley National Park in Kerala is known for its Shola forests and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Multiple choice

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is famous for its lion-tailed macaque?

  1. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Bandipur National Park

  3. Nagarhole National Park

  4. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu is famous for its lion-tailed macaque and is one of the best places in India to see this endangered species.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is known for its Kanchenjunga peak?

  1. Khangchendzonga National Park

  2. Singalila National Park

  3. Neora Valley National Park

  4. Mahabharata National Park
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Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim is known for its Kanchenjunga peak, the third highest mountain in the world.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sacred animal in Hindu mythology?

  1. Cow

  2. Tiger

  3. Elephant

  4. Peacock
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The cow is a sacred animal in Hindu mythology. It is considered to be a symbol of purity and fertility.

Multiple choice

In which desert region is the annual Rann of Kutch Wild Ass Sanctuary Festival held?

  1. Sahara Desert

  2. Gobi Desert

  3. Atacama Desert

  4. Thar Desert
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The Rann of Kutch Wild Ass Sanctuary Festival is held annually in the Thar Desert of Gujarat, India, and celebrates the endangered wild ass.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the largest desert in India?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, is the largest desert in India and covers parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film explores the issue of illegal wildlife trade and its impact on endangered species in India?

  1. The Poaching Wars

  2. The Last Animals

  3. The Ivory Trade

  4. The Rhino Wars
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The Poaching Wars is an Indian documentary film that investigates the illegal wildlife trade in India, particularly the poaching of elephants and rhinos for their tusks and horns. The film highlights the devastating consequences of poaching for both wildlife and local communities.

Multiple choice

The Deccan Plateau is home to a variety of wildlife, including:

  1. Tigers

  2. Lions

  3. Leopards

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Deccan Plateau is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, lions, and leopards. These animals are found in the forests and grasslands of the region.

Multiple choice

The Deccan Plateau is home to a variety of wildlife, including:

  1. Elephants

  2. Rhinoceros

  3. Wild buffalo

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Deccan Plateau is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, rhinoceros, and wild buffalo. These animals are found in the forests and grasslands of the region.

Multiple choice

Which National Park in India is known for its tiger population and has been the subject of controversy due to human-wildlife conflict?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Kanha National Park
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Explanation

Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan has been the center of controversy due to human-wildlife conflict, particularly involving tigers and local communities.

Multiple choice

The construction of a dam in which National Park led to the displacement of indigenous communities and sparked protests?

  1. Nagarhole National Park

  2. Periyar National Park

  3. Kaziranga National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park
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Explanation

The construction of the Mullaperiyar Dam in Periyar National Park, Kerala, resulted in the displacement of indigenous communities and raised concerns about the impact on wildlife.