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Challenges in Managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about the challenges faced in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India.
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Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India?

  1. Poaching

  2. Habitat loss

  3. Climate change

  4. Overtourism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Overtourism is not a major challenge faced in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India.

What is the primary cause of habitat loss in National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Mining

  3. Agriculture

  4. Urbanization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Deforestation is the primary cause of habitat loss in National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries, as it destroys the natural habitats of wildlife.

How does climate change impact National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries?

  1. It leads to changes in weather patterns.

  2. It causes sea levels to rise.

  3. It results in the loss of biodiversity.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change impacts National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in various ways, including changes in weather patterns, rising sea levels, and loss of biodiversity.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for mitigating the challenges faced in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries?

  1. Implementing strict anti-poaching measures

  2. Promoting sustainable tourism

  3. Raising awareness about conservation

  4. Relocating wildlife to other areas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Relocating wildlife to other areas is not a viable strategy for mitigating the challenges faced in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.

What is the role of local communities in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries?

  1. They can provide valuable insights into the local environment.

  2. They can assist in anti-poaching efforts.

  3. They can promote sustainable tourism.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Local communities play a crucial role in managing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries by providing valuable insights, assisting in anti-poaching efforts, and promoting sustainable tourism.

Which of the following is NOT a type of wildlife sanctuary in India?

  1. Bird sanctuary

  2. Marine sanctuary

  3. National park

  4. Tiger reserve


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

National parks are not a type of wildlife sanctuary in India.

What is the largest national park in India?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Nanda Devi National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nanda Devi National Park is the largest national park in India.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by wildlife sanctuaries in India?

  1. Poaching

  2. Habitat loss

  3. Climate change

  4. Overgrazing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Overgrazing is not a challenge faced by wildlife sanctuaries in India.

What is the primary cause of poaching in India?

  1. Demand for wildlife products

  2. Poverty

  3. Lack of education

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poaching in India is primarily driven by the demand for wildlife products, poverty, and lack of education.

How does habitat loss impact wildlife in India?

  1. It reduces the availability of food and shelter.

  2. It increases the risk of disease transmission.

  3. It leads to conflicts between humans and wildlife.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Habitat loss impacts wildlife in India in various ways, including reducing the availability of food and shelter, increasing the risk of disease transmission, and leading to conflicts between humans and wildlife.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for mitigating the challenges faced by wildlife sanctuaries in India?

  1. Implementing strict anti-poaching measures

  2. Promoting sustainable tourism

  3. Raising awareness about conservation

  4. Relocating wildlife to other areas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Relocating wildlife to other areas is not a viable strategy for mitigating the challenges faced by wildlife sanctuaries in India.

What is the role of local communities in managing wildlife sanctuaries in India?

  1. They can provide valuable insights into the local environment.

  2. They can assist in anti-poaching efforts.

  3. They can promote sustainable tourism.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Local communities play a crucial role in managing wildlife sanctuaries in India by providing valuable insights, assisting in anti-poaching efforts, and promoting sustainable tourism.

Which of the following is NOT a type of national park in India?

  1. Tiger reserve

  2. Marine national park

  3. Bird sanctuary

  4. Elephant reserve


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bird sanctuaries are not a type of national park in India.

What is the largest wildlife sanctuary in India?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Nanda Devi National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nanda Devi National Park is the largest wildlife sanctuary in India.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by national parks in India?

  1. Poaching

  2. Habitat loss

  3. Climate change

  4. Overtourism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Overtourism is not a challenge faced by national parks in India.

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