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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

The Red Panda, a unique and endangered mammal, is primarily found in which Asian countries?

  1. Nepal

  2. Bhutan

  3. China

  4. India
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Red Panda is primarily found in the eastern Himalayas, with its distribution spanning across Nepal, Bhutan, China, and India.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country has the distinction of being the first to establish a national park dedicated to the conservation of marine turtles?

  1. Malaysia

  2. Thailand

  3. Vietnam

  4. Sri Lanka
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Explanation

Malaysia holds the distinction of being the first Asian country to establish a national park dedicated to the conservation of marine turtles, known as the Turtle Islands National Park.

Multiple choice

The Irrawaddy Dolphin, a critically endangered freshwater dolphin species, is primarily found in which Asian rivers?

  1. Irrawaddy River

  2. Mekong River

  3. Yangtze River

  4. Ganges River
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Irrawaddy Dolphin is primarily found in the Irrawaddy River in Myanmar, with smaller populations in other rivers of Southeast Asia.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Tiger

  2. Elephant

  3. Lion

  4. Leopard
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lion is not a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Giant panda

  2. Blue whale

  3. African elephant

  4. Monarch butterfly
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The giant panda is an example of a threatened species, which is a species that is at risk of extinction.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the bird sanctuary located in the backwaters of Kumarakom?

  1. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Thattekad Bird Sanctuary

  3. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

  4. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a protected area in Kerala, known for its diverse birdlife, including migratory species.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the forest where Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spent fourteen years in exile?

  1. Dandakaranya

  2. Chitrakoot

  3. Panchavati

  4. Ayodhya
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Explanation

Dandakaranya is the forest where Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spent fourteen years in exile.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of wildlife sanctuary?

  1. National park

  2. Wildlife refuge

  3. Game reserve

  4. Botanical garden
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Botanical gardens are not typically considered wildlife sanctuaries, as their primary focus is on plant conservation.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of endangered species?

  1. Critically endangered

  2. Endangered

  3. Vulnerable

  4. Least concern
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Least concern is not a category for endangered species, as it indicates that a species is not at risk of extinction.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the forest where Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spend 14 years in exile?

  1. The Dandaka Forest

  2. The Chitrakoota Forest

  3. The Panchavati Forest

  4. The Kishkindha Forest
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Dandaka Forest is the name of the forest where Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spend 14 years in exile.

Multiple choice

What types of pets are typically covered under pet-friendly travel insurance in India?

  1. Dogs and cats only

  2. Dogs, cats, and birds

  3. Dogs, cats, birds, and rabbits

  4. All types of pets
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Explanation

Typically, only dogs and cats are covered under pet-friendly travel insurance in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of protected area recognized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)?

  1. National park

  2. Nature reserve

  3. Wildlife sanctuary

  4. Managed resource area
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Managed resource areas are not a recognized IUCN category of protected area.

Multiple choice

Which national park in India is famous for its tiger population and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  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 located in the state of Uttarakhand and is known for its tiger population and diverse wildlife.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular wildlife sanctuary in India that is home to a variety of endangered species, including the one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Gir National Park

  4. Sundarbans National Park
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Explanation

Kaziranga National Park is located in the state of Assam, known for its one-horned rhinoceros population and diverse wildlife.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular wildlife sanctuary in India that is home to a variety of endangered species, including the Asiatic lion?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Sundarbans National Park
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Explanation

Gir National Park is located in the state of Gujarat, known for its Asiatic lion population and diverse wildlife.