Near Threatened Species of India

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Which of the following is a near threatened species of bird found in India?

  1. Great Indian Bustard

  2. Blackbuck

  3. Indian Rhinoceros

  4. Golden Mahseer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Great Indian Bustard is a large bird found in the grasslands of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of mammal found in India?

  1. Asiatic Lion

  2. Snow Leopard

  3. Indian Elephant

  4. Blackbuck


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Blackbuck is a medium-sized antelope found in the grasslands and scrublands of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of reptile found in India?

  1. Indian Rock Python

  2. King Cobra

  3. Gharial

  4. Indian Star Tortoise


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian Star Tortoise is a small tortoise found in the dry forests of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and illegal trade.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of amphibian found in India?

  1. Indian Bullfrog

  2. Malabar Tree Toad

  3. Indian Purple Frog

  4. Assam Roofed Turtle


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Indian Purple Frog is a small frog found in the Western Ghats of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and pollution.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of fish found in India?

  1. Golden Mahseer

  2. Hilsa

  3. Catla

  4. Rohu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Golden Mahseer is a large fish found in the rivers of India. It is classified as near threatened due to overfishing and habitat loss.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of plant found in India?

  1. Indian Rosewood

  2. Sal

  3. Teak

  4. Neem


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Rosewood is a valuable timber tree found in the forests of India. It is classified as near threatened due to overexploitation and habitat loss.

What is the main reason for the decline of near threatened species in India?

  1. Habitat loss

  2. Pollution

  3. Climate change

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Near threatened species in India are declining due to a combination of factors, including habitat loss, pollution, and climate change.

What can be done to protect near threatened species in India?

  1. Create protected areas

  2. Reduce pollution

  3. Educate people about the importance of conservation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Protecting near threatened species in India requires a combination of efforts, including creating protected areas, reducing pollution, and educating people about the importance of conservation.

Which of the following is an example of a successful conservation effort for a near threatened species in India?

  1. The Project Tiger

  2. The Save the Rhino campaign

  3. The Great Indian Bustard Conservation Project

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the mentioned conservation efforts have been successful in protecting near threatened species in India.

What is the role of individuals in protecting near threatened species?

  1. Reduce their carbon footprint

  2. Support conservation organizations

  3. Educate themselves and others about conservation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals can play a significant role in protecting near threatened species by reducing their carbon footprint, supporting conservation organizations, and educating themselves and others about conservation.

Which of the following is NOT a near threatened species of India?

  1. Asiatic Lion

  2. Snow Leopard

  3. Indian Elephant

  4. Golden Mahseer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Snow Leopard is not a near threatened species of India. It is classified as vulnerable by the IUCN.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of bird found in the Western Ghats of India?

  1. Great Indian Bustard

  2. Blackbuck

  3. Malabar Grey Hornbill

  4. Golden Mahseer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Malabar Grey Hornbill is a near threatened species of bird found in the Western Ghats of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of mammal found in the Eastern Himalayas of India?

  1. Asiatic Lion

  2. Red Panda

  3. Indian Elephant

  4. Golden Mahseer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Red Panda is a near threatened species of mammal found in the Eastern Himalayas of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and poaching.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of reptile found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India?

  1. Indian Rock Python

  2. King Cobra

  3. Saltwater Crocodile

  4. Indian Star Tortoise


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Saltwater Crocodile is a near threatened species of reptile found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Which of the following is a near threatened species of amphibian found in the Western Ghats of India?

  1. Indian Bullfrog

  2. Malabar Tree Toad

  3. Indian Purple Frog

  4. Assam Roofed Turtle


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Malabar Tree Toad is a near threatened species of amphibian found in the Western Ghats of India. It is classified as near threatened due to habitat loss and pollution.

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