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Major Biodiversity Hotspots in India

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Which of the following is not a major biodiversity hotspot in India?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Sundarbans


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sundarbans is a mangrove forest located in Bangladesh and India, and is not considered a major biodiversity hotspot in India.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the one-horned rhinoceros and the golden langur?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Northeast India


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Northeast India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the one-horned rhinoceros and the golden langur.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of Asian elephants?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is home to the world's largest population of Asian elephants.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its coral reefs and marine life?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Lakshadweep


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are known for their coral reefs and marine life.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of tigers?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park is home to the world's largest population of tigers.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the lion-tailed macaque and the Nilgiri tahr?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the lion-tailed macaque and the Nilgiri tahr.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of snow leopards?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Ladakh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ladakh is home to the world's largest population of snow leopards.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the blackbuck and the chinkara?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Great Indian Desert


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Great Indian Desert is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the blackbuck and the chinkara.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of Asiatic lions?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Gir National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gir National Park is home to the world's largest population of Asiatic lions.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the Malabar giant squirrel and the Nilgiri langur?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Western Ghats are known for their unique flora and fauna, including the Malabar giant squirrel and the Nilgiri langur.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of gaur?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Nagarhole National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nagarhole National Park is home to the world's largest population of gaur.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the hoolock gibbon and the pygmy hog?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Eastern Himalayas are known for their unique flora and fauna, including the hoolock gibbon and the pygmy hog.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park is home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the Nilgiri tahr and the lion-tailed macaque?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the Nilgiri tahr and the lion-tailed macaque.

Which biodiversity hotspot in India is home to the world's largest population of Asian elephants?

  1. Eastern Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is home to the world's largest population of Asian elephants.

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