Major Biosphere Reserves of India

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the major biosphere reserves of India. Biosphere reserves are designated areas of land or coastal environments that are internationally recognized for their unique biodiversity and cultural values. They are established to promote conservation and sustainable use of natural resources, as well as to provide research and educational opportunities.
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Which of the following is the largest biosphere reserve in India?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

  4. Manas Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is located in the state of Uttarakhand and covers an area of 22,367 square kilometers. It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including the endangered snow leopard and the Himalayan tahr.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the world's largest mangrove forest?

  1. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  2. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve is located in the states of West Bengal and Odisha and covers an area of 10,200 square kilometers. It is home to the world's largest mangrove forest, which is a unique and important ecosystem that provides a variety of benefits to both humans and wildlife.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the endangered lion-tailed macaque?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is located in the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka and covers an area of 5,520 square kilometers. It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including the endangered lion-tailed macaque, which is one of the most threatened primates in the world.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Manas Biosphere Reserve is located in the state of Assam and covers an area of 2,837 square kilometers. It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, which is one of the most iconic animals in India.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is home to the Western Ghats, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Western Ghats are a mountain range that runs along the western coast of India and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is home to the Great Himalayan National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Great Himalayan National Park is a national park located in the state of Uttarakhand and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Kanha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Kanha National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kanha National Park is a national park located in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kaziranga National Park is a national park located in the state of Assam and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Periyar National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Periyar National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Periyar National Park is a national park located in the state of Kerala and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Sunderbans National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Sunderbans National Park is a national park located in the state of West Bengal and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve is a national park located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Nokrek Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nokrek Biosphere Reserve is a national park located in the state of Meghalaya and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve is a national park located in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Simlipal Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Simlipal Biosphere Reserve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Simlipal Biosphere Reserve is a national park located in the state of Odisha and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which biosphere reserve is home to the Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  2. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  3. Manas Biosphere Reserve

  4. Valley of Flowers National Park


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Valley of Flowers National Park is a national park located in the state of Uttarakhand and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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