1. “Dancing Deer” is found in which of the following states of India?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Manipur
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Jammu & Kashmir
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Correct Answer: B [ Manipur ]
Notes:
Dancing Deer is the popular name of Sangai Deer, which is found only in Keibul Lamjao National Park (KLNP) in Loktak Lake in Manipur. Loktak is known for Phumdis (floating vegetation) and the deer often needs to balance itself on them, so it appears that they are dancing.
2. Which of the following species of fauna is / are mammals?
- Honey badger
- Killer whale
- Colugo
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [ 1, 2 & 3 ]
Notes:- Honey badger: Yes, the honey badger (Mellivora capensis) is a mammal. It belongs to the family Mustelidae, which includes other animals like weasels and badgers.
- Killer whale: Yes, the killer whale (Orcinus orca) is also a mammal. Despite its name, it is actually the largest member of the dolphin family (Delphinidae) and is commonly referred to as a “whale.”
- Colugo: Yes, the colugo, also known as the “flying lemur” (though it does not fly and is not a lemur), is a mammal. Colugos belong to the order Dermoptera and are native to Southeast Asia.
All three of these species are classified as mammals due to their characteristics, including giving live birth, having mammary glands that produce milk for their young, and possessing hair or fur on their bodies.
3. Which of the following is NOT a correct match?
[A] Shark Bay – Australia
[B] Carrasco National Park – Bolivia
[C] Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves – France
[D] Kakadu National Park – Australia
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Correct Answer: C [ Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves – France ]
Notes:
Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves is in Brazil.
4. Which of the following fauna is found in wild in North-East India?
- Tokay gecko
- Red Panda
- Hoolock Gibbon
- Lion-tailed macaque
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: C [ Only 1, 2 & 3 ]
Notes:
Lion-tailed Macaque is found in western ghats.Tokay Gecko species occurs in northeast India, Bhutan, Nepal, and Bangladesh, throughout Southeast Asia, including the Philippines and Indonesia, and to western New Guinea in Melanesia.
5. Since 2013, the Odisha government has banned the mechanized fishing within 20km of the state’s coast predominantly for the protection of which of the following fauna?
[A] Olive Ridley Turtles
[B] Salt-water Crocodiles
[C] Hilsa Fish
[D] Mangrove crab
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Correct Answer: A [ Olive Ridley Turtles ]
Notes:
The efforts of Odisha Government are centered around protection of Olive Ridley Turtles. These are only sea turtles to exhibit synchronous mass nesting.
6. Which of the following animals are found in wild / natural habitat in India?
[A] Chimpanzee
[B] Gorilla
[C] Cheetah
[D] Snow Leopard
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Correct Answer: D [ Snow Leopard ]
Notes:
The chimpanzee and gorilla are not native to India – they are found in parts of Africa. As for the cheetah, it was once found across parts of India but became extinct in the country by the 1950s due to factors like hunting. However, India has been working on a cheetah reintroduction project to reintroduce the species in certain wildlife habitats. In 2022, eight cheetahs were brought from Africa and introduced in the Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh as part of this project. So while cheetahs no longer occur naturally in India, efforts are being made to re-establish a wild population through managed reintroductions. The snow leopard is the only one of the listed animals that still has wild, breeding populations across parts of northern and eastern India such as Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh.
7. Which of the following national parks in India are World Heritage Sites?
- Keoladeo National Park
- Manas National Park
- Nandadevi Biosphere Reserve
- Great Himalayan National Park
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1, 2 & 3
[B] Only 2, 3 & 4
[C] Only 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [ 1, 2, 3 & 4 ]
Notes:As of 2023, India has seven natural world heritage sites as follows:
- Great Himalayan National Park: Built in 1984, spread over an area of 1,171 square km and characterised by high alpine peaks and meadows, the Great Himalayan National Park was declared a World Heritage site in 2014.
- Kaziranga National Park: Situated in the north-east state of India, Assam, Kaziranga National Park is inhabited by the world’s largest population of one-horned rhinoceros. The Park, which was declared a World Heritage Site in 1985, also boasts of the highest density of tigers among protected area and was declared a Tiger Reserve in 2006.
- Keoladeo National Park: Situated in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, Keoladeo National Park, formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is home to over 360 species of birds. A protected sanctuary since 1971, Keoladeo National Park was declared a World Heritage site in 1985.
- Manas Wildlife Sanctuary: Located in the foothills of Himalayas in the north eastern state of Assam, Manas National Park or Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is a Project Tiger Reserve, an Elephant Reserve and a Biosphere Reserve. The Park, which is contiguous with the Royal Manas National Park in Bhutan, was declared a World Heritage site in 1985.
The Park is home to various rare and endangered species including Assam Roofed Turtle, Hispid Hare, Golden Langoor and is also famous for its population of Wild Water Buffalo. - Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Park: Located in West Himalaya, The Valley of Flowers has the most beautiful and breathtaking meadows with stunning landscape. The outstanding scenic beauty perfectly complements the mountain ranges making it a adventure sports and nature lover’s delight.
The Valley of Flowers National Park, with a diverse combination of flora and rare and endangered fauna, including Asiatic Black Bear, Snow Leopard, Musk Deer is part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve which includes the rugged mountains of the Great Himalayas. The Reserve is a World Heritage site since 2004. - Sundarbans National Park: Sprawled across 10,000 sq km of land and water, across India and Bangladesh in the Ganga delta, Sunderbans cover the world’s largest area of mangrove forests. It is home to a number of rare and endangered animal species including tigers, aquatic mammals birds and reptiles such as salt-water crocodile and is also one of the largest reserves for the Bengal Tiger.
- Western Ghats: The mountain chain that runs almost parallel to the western coast of India is even older than the Himalaya mountain range and was declared a World Heritage site in 2012. Also known as the Sahyadri mountain range, the Western Ghats represent biological diversity and is of importance because of the unique biophysical and ecological processes. Traversing through the Indian states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and some parts of Gujarat, the Ghats with its high montane forest ecosystems also influence the Indian monsoon weather pattern.
8. Which of the following National Parks does not belong to Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
[A] Button Island National Park
[B] Mount Harriet National Park
[C] Mouling National Park
[D] Wandoor Marine National Park
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Correct Answer: C [Mouling National Park]
Notes:- Button Island National Park: Button Island National Park is located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India. The park is situated on the Button Islands, a group of small islands in the Bay of Bengal. It’s a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, offering opportunities for trekking, snorkeling, and exploring the underwater world.
- Mount Harriet National Park: Situated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Mount Harriet National Park is named after the second highest peak in the Andaman archipelago.
- Mouling National Park: Mouling National Park is located in Arunachal Pradesh. This park is renowned for its lush forests, diverse flora and fauna, and the scenic beauty of the Mouling mountain range. It’s a significant habitat for various species of primates, birds, and mammals, including the endangered Mishmi takin.
- Wandoor Marine National Park: Wandoor Marine National Park is situated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is famous for its stunning coral reefs and diverse marine life.
9. Which national park in India has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate, and even arctic?
[A] Kanha National Park
[B] Jim Corbett National Park
[C] Bandipur National Park
[D] Namdapha National Park
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Correct Answer: D [Namdapha National Park]
Notes:
Namdapha National Park, in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, is the only park in India that hosts a wide range of habitats, starting from tropical rainforests to alpine meadows. The park’s location in the eastern Himalayas, combined with a wide range in altitude (from 200m to 4571m), leads to this drastic variation.
10. Indian Flying Fox is a __:
[A] Mammal
[B] Reptile
[C] Amphibian
[D] Bird
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Correct Answer: A [ Mammal ]
Notes:
Flying Fox is a bat which is found in tropical forests and swamps, near bodies of water all over India.
Ravi Verma
March 31, 2017 at 7:32 pmthnk u
suprity bhattacharya
April 1, 2017 at 4:57 pmFlying Fox
is Bat, because it as cute like foxes