Major Wildlife Sanctuaries of India

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about the major wildlife sanctuaries in India, their locations, and the wildlife they harbor. Each question provides interesting facts and information about these sanctuaries, making it a fun and educational experience.
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Which wildlife sanctuary in India is known for its population of one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Gir National Park

  4. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is famous for its one-horned rhinoceros population, which is the largest in the world.

The largest tiger reserve in India is located in which state?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Karnataka

  4. Uttarakhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhya Pradesh is home to the Kanha Tiger Reserve, which is the largest tiger reserve in India.

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

  1. Gir National Park

  2. Sunderbans Tiger Reserve

  3. Nagarhole National Park

  4. Manas National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions are found.

The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the state of Kerala, known for its scenic beauty and rich biodiversity.

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

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

  4. Nagarhole National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka is renowned for its elephant population and is a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

The Sunderbans Tiger Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in which state?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sunderbans Tiger Reserve is situated in the state of West Bengal and is known for its unique mangrove ecosystem and tiger population.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is home to the Nilgiri tahr, an endangered mountain goat?

  1. Mudumalai National Park

  2. Bandipur National Park

  3. Nagarhole National Park

  4. Silent Valley National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mudumalai National Park in Tamil Nadu is the home to the endangered Nilgiri tahr, known for its unique appearance and agility.

The Jim Corbett National Park is located in which state?

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jim Corbett National Park is situated in the state of Uttarakhand and is known for its tiger population and diverse wildlife.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is famous for its birdlife, including a variety of migratory species?

  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 in Rajasthan is renowned for its diverse birdlife, attracting birdwatchers from around the world.

The Silent Valley National Park is located in which state?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Silent Valley National Park is situated in the state of Kerala and is known for its pristine rainforest and rich biodiversity.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is home to the golden langur, a critically endangered primate?

  1. Manas National Park

  2. Nameri National Park

  3. Kaziranga National Park

  4. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nameri National Park in Assam is the home to the golden langur, a rare and endangered primate species.

The Great Himalayan National Park is located in which state?

  1. Himachal Pradesh

  2. Uttarakhand

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Sikkim


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Great Himalayan National Park is situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh and is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including endangered species.

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

  1. Velavadar National Park

  2. Gir National Park

  3. Kaziranga National Park

  4. Nagarhole National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Velavadar National Park in Gujarat is renowned for its blackbuck population and is a significant conservation area for this species.

The Ranthambore National Park is located in which state?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ranthambore National Park is situated in the state of Rajasthan and is known for its tiger population and historical significance.

Which wildlife sanctuary in India is home to the snow leopard, a rare and elusive big cat?

  1. Hemis National Park

  2. Great Himalayan National Park

  3. Manas National Park

  4. Nanda Devi National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hemis National Park in Ladakh is the home to the snow leopard, a highly endangered and majestic big cat species.

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