National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India. It covers various aspects such as their location, significance, flora and fauna, and conservation efforts. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, an avid traveler, or simply curious about India's natural heritage, this quiz is sure to challenge and inform you.
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Which national park in India is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Gir National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park, located in the state of Assam, is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Project Tiger reserve.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is famous for its tiger population and is considered one of the best places to spot tigers in the wild?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Kanha National Park

  4. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ranthambore National Park, located in the state of Rajasthan, is known for its high density of tigers and offers excellent opportunities for tiger sightings. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including leopards, sloth bears, and crocodiles.

Which national park in India is famous for its unique rock formations and is home to the endangered Asiatic lion?

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Kanha 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 are found in the wild. It is also known for its scenic landscapes, including rocky hills, grasslands, and forests.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its diverse birdlife and is home to over 400 species of birds?

  1. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  2. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

  3. Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary

  4. Chilika Lake Bird Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, also known as Keoladeo National Park, is located in the state of Rajasthan and is renowned for its rich birdlife. It is home to a wide variety of migratory and resident birds, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

Which national park in India is known for its lush green forests and is home to the endangered Western Ghats Nilgiri tahr?

  1. Eravikulam National Park

  2. Periyar National Park

  3. Silent Valley National Park

  4. Nagarhole National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eravikulam National Park, located in the state of Kerala, is known for its scenic beauty and is home to the endangered Western Ghats Nilgiri tahr. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including elephants, leopards, and tigers.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its mangrove forests and is home to a variety of marine life, including saltwater crocodiles?

  1. Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Sunderbans Tiger Reserve

  3. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Pichavaram Mangrove Forest


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sunderbans Tiger Reserve, located in the state of West Bengal, is the largest mangrove forest in the world and is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including saltwater crocodiles, tigers, and a variety of bird species.

Which national park in India is known for its high-altitude lakes and is home to the endangered snow leopard?

  1. Hemis National Park

  2. Dachigam National Park

  3. Great Himalayan National Park

  4. Manas National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hemis National Park, located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, is known for its high-altitude lakes and is home to the endangered snow leopard. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including brown bears, blue sheep, and marmots.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its coral reefs and is home to a variety of marine life, including sea turtles and dolphins?

  1. Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park

  2. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

  3. Sunderbans Tiger Reserve

  4. Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, located in the state of Tamil Nadu, is known for its coral reefs and is home to a diverse range of marine life, including sea turtles, dolphins, and a variety of fish species.

Which national park in India is known for its unique rock formations and is home to the endangered blackbuck?

  1. Velavadar National Park

  2. Gir National Park

  3. Kaziranga National Park

  4. Jim Corbett National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Velavadar National Park, located in the state of Gujarat, is known for its unique rock formations and is home to the endangered blackbuck. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including wolves, jackals, and foxes.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its elephant population and is home to the largest number of wild elephants in Asia?

  1. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Nagarhole National Park

  4. Bandipur National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the state of Kerala, is known for its elephant population and is home to the largest number of wild elephants in Asia. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including tigers, leopards, and gaur.

Which national park in India is known for its dense forests and is home to the endangered lion-tailed macaque?

  1. Silent Valley National Park

  2. Eravikulam National Park

  3. Nagarhole National Park

  4. Bandipur National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Silent Valley National Park, located in the state of Kerala, is known for its dense forests and is home to the endangered lion-tailed macaque. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including elephants, tigers, and leopards.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its birdlife and is home to a variety of migratory birds, including flamingos and pelicans?

  1. Chilika Lake Bird Sanctuary

  2. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  3. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

  4. Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chilika Lake Bird Sanctuary, located in the state of Odisha, is known for its birdlife and is home to a variety of migratory birds, including flamingos and pelicans. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including crocodiles, dolphins, and fish.

Which national park in India is known for its scenic beauty and is home to the endangered golden langur?

  1. Nameri National Park

  2. Kaziranga National Park

  3. Manas National Park

  4. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nameri National Park, located in the state of Assam, is known for its scenic beauty and is home to the endangered golden langur. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife, including tigers, leopards, and elephants.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its turtle population and is home to a variety of turtle species, including the endangered Olive Ridley turtle?

  1. Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary

  2. Rushikulya Sea Turtle Sanctuary

  3. Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary, located in the state of Odisha, is known for its turtle population and is home to a variety of turtle species, including the endangered Olive Ridley turtle. It is also home to a variety of other marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, and fish.

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