Indian Flora and Fauna

Keoladeo Ghana National Park, formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is located in Bharatpur, Rajasthan. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for migratory birds. Mangalore, Nainital, and Dachhigam are incorrect - Dachhigam is in Kashmir but is a different sanctuary.

Nali and Lohi breeds of sheep are found in Punjab. Hence, this option is correct.

Nandadevi National Park is situated in Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal) in the Himalayan region. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique biodiversity and the Nanda Devi peak. The other states listed are incorrect locations for this park.

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is world-famous for its population of one-horned rhinoceros. It hosts two-thirds of the world's great one-horned rhinoceros population and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The peacock (Pavo cristatus) is officially the national bird of India, declared in 1963 due to its cultural and religious significance in Indian heritage. The Indian bustard is a critically endangered bird, ibis is a wading bird, and nightingale is a songbird - none are national symbols.

Keoladeo National Park, formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is located in Bharatpur district of Rajasthan. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for migratory birds, especially Siberian cranes. Assam has Kaziranga and Manas, while Uttarakhand has Jim Corbett and Rajaji.

This appears to refer to ancient cattle breeds of the Indus Valley Civilization. While Kankrej and Hallikar are ancient Indian breeds, the option suggests Murrah. There may be some uncertainty about the exact breed mentioned in archaeological findings, but option C is marked as correct.

Goats are called 'Poor man's cow' in India because they require minimal investment, provide multiple products (milk, meat, fiber), and are suitable for small and marginal farmers who cannot afford cows.

Among Indian states and union territories, Andaman and Nicobar Islands has the maximum percentage of its geographical area under forest cover, with approximately 87% forest coverage. While northeastern states like Mizoram and Nagaland also have high forest cover, Andaman and Nicobar has the highest proportion.

The one-horned rhinoceros (Indian rhino) is primarily found in the floodplain grasslands and forests of Assam (especially Kaziranga National Park) and West Bengal (in areas like Jaldapara and Gorumara). These regions provide the tall grasslands and wetlands that rhinos need. While Nepal also has a rhino population, the question correctly identifies the Indian states.

Tropical deciduous forests support a diverse range of large herbivores and predators including lions, tigers, elephants, deer, and pigs. These forests provide adequate ground vegetation and water sources to sustain significant mammal populations. The other options list animals typical of different biomes - rodents of arid regions, mountain animals, or domesticated species.

Kaziranga National Park is located in the state of Assam and is famous for its population of one-horned rhinoceros. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is home to two-thirds of the world's great one-horned rhinoceros population. It was established specifically to protect this endangered species.

Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Assam, at the foothills of the Himalayas. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Project Tiger reserve, known for its rich biodiversity including endangered species like the Bengal tiger and Indian rhinoceros.