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History of Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in India

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the history of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in India. These protected areas play a vital role in preserving India's rich biodiversity and ensuring the survival of its endangered species.
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Which was the first national park to be established in India?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Gir National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jim Corbett National Park, formerly known as Hailey National Park, was established in 1936 and is located in the state of Uttarakhand. It is famous for its tiger population and is considered to be one of the best places in India to spot tigers in the wild.

Which national park in India is famous for its one-horned rhinoceros population?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Manas National Park

  3. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Orang National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park, located in the state of Assam, is renowned for its one-horned rhinoceros population. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its Asiatic lions?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary

  4. Keoladeo National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gir National Park, located in the state of Gujarat, is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions can be found in the wild. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a significant population of Asiatic lions.

Which national park in India is famous for its mangrove forests?

  1. Sunderbans National Park

  2. Bhitarkanika National Park

  3. Pichavaram Mangrove Forest

  4. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sunderbans National Park, located in the state of West Bengal, is famous for its mangrove forests. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Bengal tiger, saltwater crocodile, and Gangetic dolphin.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its blackbuck population?

  1. Velavadar Blackbuck National Park

  2. Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary

  3. Desert National Park

  4. Rann of Kutch Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Velavadar Blackbuck National Park, located in the state of Gujarat, is known for its blackbuck population. It is a significant habitat for this endangered species and is home to a large number of blackbucks.

Which national park in India is famous for its snow leopard population?

  1. Hemis National Park

  2. Dachigam National Park

  3. Great Himalayan National Park

  4. Khangchendzonga National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hemis National Park, located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, is famous for its snow leopard population. It is one of the highest national parks in the world and is home to a variety of wildlife, including snow leopards, Tibetan wolves, and blue sheep.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its elephant population?

  1. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Bandipur National Park

  4. Nagarhole National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the state of Kerala, is known for its elephant population. It is home to a large number of elephants and is a popular destination for wildlife safaris.

Which national park in India is famous for its birdlife?

  1. Keoladeo National Park

  2. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  3. Sultanpur National Park

  4. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Keoladeo National Park, located in the state of Rajasthan, is famous for its birdlife. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a variety of bird species, including migratory birds from Siberia and Central Asia.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its turtle population?

  1. Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary

  2. Rushikulya Sea Turtle Sanctuary

  3. Bhitarkanika National Park

  4. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary, located in the state of Odisha, is known for its turtle population. It is a nesting site for olive ridley turtles and is one of the largest rookeries in the world.

Which national park in India is famous for its coral reefs?

  1. Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park

  2. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

  3. Netrani Island Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Lakshadweep Marine National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, located in the state of Tamil Nadu, is famous for its coral reefs. It is home to a variety of coral species and is a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its crocodile population?

  1. Bhitarkanika National Park

  2. Rushikulya Sea Turtle Sanctuary

  3. Sundarbans National Park

  4. Corbett National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhitarkanika National Park, located in the state of Odisha, is known for its crocodile population. It is home to a large number of saltwater crocodiles and is a popular destination for wildlife safaris.

Which national park in India is famous for its tiger population?

  1. Jim Corbett National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Bandhavgarh National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jim Corbett National Park, located in the state of Uttarakhand, is famous for its tiger population. It is one of the best places in India to spot tigers in the wild and is home to a significant population of tigers.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its birdlife?

  1. Keoladeo National Park

  2. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  3. Sultanpur National Park

  4. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Keoladeo National Park, located in the state of Rajasthan, is known for its birdlife. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a variety of bird species, including migratory birds from Siberia and Central Asia.

Which national park in India is famous for its elephant population?

  1. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Bandipur National Park

  4. Nagarhole National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the state of Kerala, is known for its elephant population. It is home to a large number of elephants and is a popular destination for wildlife safaris.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its turtle population?

  1. Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary

  2. Rushikulya Sea Turtle Sanctuary

  3. Bhitarkanika National Park

  4. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary, located in the state of Odisha, is known for its turtle population. It is a nesting site for olive ridley turtles and is one of the largest rookeries in the world.

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