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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 animals is classified as critically endangered by the IUCN?

  1. Giant Panda

  2. Blue Whale

  3. African Elephant

  4. Snow Leopard
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Giant Panda is one of the most well-known endangered species and is classified as critically endangered by the IUCN due to habitat loss, poaching, and a low reproductive rate.

Multiple choice

Which species is known for its distinctive black and white markings and is native to China?

  1. Giant Panda

  2. Red Panda

  3. Snow Leopard

  4. Siberian Tiger
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Giant Panda is famous for its unique black and white fur pattern and is native to China, where it inhabits temperate forests and bamboo groves.

Multiple choice

Which African elephant species is known for its larger ears and is critically endangered due to poaching?

  1. African Bush Elephant

  2. African Forest Elephant

  3. Asian Elephant

  4. Indian Elephant
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The African Forest Elephant has larger ears compared to the African Bush Elephant and is critically endangered due to poaching for its ivory tusks.

Multiple choice

Which big cat species is native to the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia and is classified as vulnerable?

  1. Snow Leopard

  2. Siberian Tiger

  3. Bengal Tiger

  4. Cheetah
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Snow Leopard is native to the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia and is classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss, poaching, and climate change.