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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 only venomous snake found in the North-Eastern Hills?

  1. King Cobra

  2. Russell's Viper

  3. Indian Cobra

  4. North-Eastern Hills Pit Viper
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The North-Eastern Hills Pit Viper is the only venomous snake found in the North-Eastern Hills. It is a small, brown pit viper with a distinctive black stripe on its back.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the only venomous snake found in the Lakshadweep Islands?

  1. King Cobra

  2. Russell's Viper

  3. Indian Cobra

  4. Lakshadweep Pit Viper
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Lakshadweep Pit Viper is the only venomous snake found in the Lakshadweep Islands. It is a small, green pit viper with a distinctive black stripe on its back.

Multiple choice

Which species has been severely impacted by habitat loss due to the expansion of oil palm plantations in Southeast Asia?

  1. Orangutan

  2. Sumatran Tiger

  3. Bornean Rhinoceros

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The expansion of oil palm plantations in Southeast Asia has led to significant habitat loss for various species, including orangutans, Sumatran tigers, and Bornean rhinoceroses, all of which are critically endangered.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major conservation effort underway in the Eastern Coastal Plain?

  1. The Sundarbans Tiger Reserve

  2. The Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary

  3. The Simlipal National Park

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

There are a number of conservation efforts underway in the Eastern Coastal Plain, including the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, the Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary, and the Simlipal National Park. These efforts are working to protect the region's natural resources and its wildlife.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major conservation effort underway in the Eastern Coastal Plain?

  1. The Sundarbans Tiger Reserve

  2. The Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary

  3. The Simlipal National Park

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

There are a number of conservation efforts underway in the Eastern Coastal Plain, including the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, the Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary, and the Simlipal National Park.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of a species that has been successfully brought back from the brink of extinction?

  1. Giant panda

  2. Black rhinoceros

  3. California condor

  4. Passenger pigeon
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The passenger pigeon is an example of a species that went extinct in the early 20th century and has not been successfully brought back from the brink of extinction.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Giant panda

  2. Blue whale

  3. African elephant

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Giant pandas, blue whales, and African elephants are all examples of endangered species.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Pichavaram

  3. Bhitarkanika

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

The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in India and the world.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major mangrove forest in India?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Pichavaram

  3. Bhitarkanika

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sundarbans, Pichavaram, and Bhitarkanika are all major mangrove forests in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major mangrove forest in India?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Pichavaram

  3. Bhitarkanika

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sundarbans, Pichavaram, and Bhitarkanika are all major mangrove forests in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major mangrove forest in India?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Pichavaram

  3. Bhitarkanika

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sundarbans, Pichavaram, and Bhitarkanika are all major mangrove forests in India.

Multiple choice

Which haunted forest in India is said to be the abode of various supernatural beings, including ghosts, demons, and witches?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Sundarbans National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Sundarbans National Park, located in the Ganges Delta of India and Bangladesh, is known for its alleged paranormal activity and is often associated with various supernatural beings.

Multiple choice

Which of these national parks is known for its rich biodiversity and offers excellent opportunities for wildlife photography?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Gir National Park
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is renowned for its one-horned rhinoceros population and offers exceptional opportunities to photograph various wildlife species, including tigers, elephants, and numerous bird species.

Multiple choice

Which Indian wildlife sanctuary is famous for its tiger population and offers thrilling wildlife safaris?

  1. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Nagarhole National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Kanha National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan is renowned for its tiger population and offers exciting wildlife safaris, providing opportunities to photograph tigers in their natural habitat.

Multiple choice

Which of these national parks is known for its diverse birdlife and offers excellent opportunities for bird photography?

  1. Corbett National Park

  2. Sunderbans National Park

  3. Keoladeo National Park

  4. Nanda Devi National Park
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Keoladeo National Park in Rajasthan, also known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is renowned for its diverse birdlife and offers exceptional opportunities for bird photography, with over 370 species of birds recorded.