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Which of the following are an extinct species?

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  1. Dinosaurs

  2. Tiger

  3. Elephant

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Extinct species are species who has died out. Extinction means no more individuals of that species is alive anywhere in the world. Passenger pigeon, black soft-shell turtle, Guam kingfisher, dinosaurs are some examples of extinct species. Endangered species are species who are at high risk of becoming extinct. Tiger and elephant are endangered species. 

Thus, the correct answer is option A.

Which of the following factors pose a threat to the species?

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  1. Lack of food

  2. Lack of rainfall

  3. Lack of natural resources

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Destruction of natural resources like forest may result in lack or removal of natural habitat for many species. Lack of food and rainfall affects the health of the species and may increase in the disease condition. All these pose a threat to the species and can result in extinction of species. 
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

Breeding place of Flamingo (Hansawar) in India is

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  1. Chilka Lake

  2. Sambar Lake

  3. Rann of Kutch

  4. Ghana Vihar

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Situated in Gujarat, Rann of Kutch is also known as the Flamingo city. It houses a great number of beautiful pink flamingos. These birds fly here from central Asia after each monsoon to build their nests, breeding in shifts through the winter and in summer they disappear. It is a major attraction for tourists.

So, the correct answer is 'Rann of Kutch'.

Identify the correct match of the tiger reserve and its state

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  1. Palamau- Orrisa

  2. Bandipur-Tamil Nadu

  3. Manas- Assam

  4. Corbett- Madhya Pradesh

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • Manas National Park is a beautiful place, located in the two districts Bongaigaon, & Barpeta, in the state of Assam. Manas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tiger Reserve, Elephant Reserve, Biosphere Reserve, National Park and also a Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Manas National Park has recorded the presence of 30 tigers.
  • Hence Manas- Assam is the correct match of the tiger reserve and its state.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Manas- Assam'.

Just as a person moving from Delhi to Shimla to escape the heat of hot summer, thousands of migratory birds from Siberia and other extremely cold northern regions move to

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  1. Meghalaya or

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Keoladeo National Park

  4. Western Ghats

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Keoladeo National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur national park is situated in Bharatpur, Rajasthan. In winters, thousands of migratory birds from Siberia and other extremely cold northern regions move to this park. The birds are called Siberian cranes. Over 230 species of birds are known to be resident. It is a major center of tourist attraction.

So, the correct answer is 'Keoladeo National Park'.

Deforestation has an impact on the population of tigers.

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  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • Deforestation, clearance, clearcutting or clearing is the removal of a forest or stands of trees from the land which is then converted to a non-forest use.
  • Deforestation results in habitat loss, reduction of prey populations, and direct hunting of tigers.
  • Hence Deforestation has an impact on the population of tigers is a True statement.

Hunters are biggest threat to tigers as they kill them for their skin.

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  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • Tiger hunting is the capture and killing of tigers.
  • There is strong demand for tiger parts in traditional medicine, and for skins for use as home décor, so the tigers are targeted by professional hunters to earn quick money.
  • Hunters are the biggest threat to tigers as they kill them for their skin because it has high economic value in the market.
  • Hence Hunters are the biggest threat to tigers as they kill them for their skin is a true statement.

What is the full form of IUCN?

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  1. International union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resource

  2. Indian Union and Committee of Nature

  3. International union for Conservation of Nature

  4. Indian Union and Committee of Nature and Natural Resource

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:
IUCN: International Union for Conservation of Nature is an international organisation working in field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It's headquarters is in Switzerland
So, the correct answer is 'Option C'.

Which of the following statement is incorrect about endangered species?

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  1. Their number has decreased drastically.

  2. They might become extinct in the near future.

  3. Their natural habitat needs to be protected.

  4. They pose a danger to other animals.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  •  Endangered species is a species which has been categorized as very likely to become extinct in the near future. For example, Amur Leopard, Asian Elephant. ,Black Rhino,snow leopard,etc.
  • Their number has decreased drastically and they might become extinct in the near future. Their natural habitat needs to be protected to prevent them from extinction.
  • They do not pose danger to other animals.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Option D'.

Consider the following statements-
(a) Industrialization changed the force of urbanization in the modern period.
(b) Manchester and Leads attracted a large number of migrants.
(c) By 1750, many people migrated from London.
(d) With the technological developments, women got industrial jobs.
Which of the above statements are correct?

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  1. (a) and (d)

  2. (b) and (c)

  3. (a) and (b)

  4. (b) and (d)

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The increasing population has aroused the problem of unemployment which is the biggest obstacle in the path of development of our progressive nation. Industrialization has enhanced the opportunities for employment. Industrialization is the period of economic change that has forced the urbanization in the modern period. Manchester and Leads were major industrial hubs and they attracted the large population of workers for their industries.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.