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Biodiversity and Scientific Research in India

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What is the term used to describe the variety of life on Earth, including the diversity of species, ecosystems, and genetic variation?

  1. Biodiversity

  2. Ecosystem Diversity

  3. Genetic Diversity

  4. Species Diversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biodiversity encompasses the variety of life on Earth, including the diversity of species, ecosystems, and genetic variation.

Which Indian state is known for its rich biodiversity, including the Western Ghats, the Eastern Ghats, and the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka is known for its rich biodiversity, including the Western Ghats, the Eastern Ghats, and the Deccan Plateau.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of endemic plant species, including the Nilgiri tahr and the lion-tailed macaque?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala is home to the largest number of endemic plant species, including the Nilgiri tahr and the lion-tailed macaque.

Which Indian state is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of bird species, including the great Indian bustard and the black-necked stork?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is home to the largest number of bird species, including the great Indian bustard and the black-necked stork.

Which Indian state is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Kaziranga National Park, home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros?

  1. Assam

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Nagaland

  4. Manipur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Assam is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Kaziranga National Park, home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of amphibian species, including the purple frog and the Malabar gliding frog?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala is home to the largest number of amphibian species, including the purple frog and the Malabar gliding frog.

Which Indian state is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Chilka Lake, the largest brackish water lake in Asia?

  1. Odisha

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odisha is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Chilka Lake, the largest brackish water lake in Asia.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of reptile species, including the king cobra and the Indian rock python?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu is home to the largest number of reptile species, including the king cobra and the Indian rock python.

Which Indian state is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve, home to the Nicobar megapode and the Nicobar pigeon?

  1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  2. Lakshadweep

  3. Puducherry

  4. Daman and Diu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Andaman and Nicobar Islands is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve, home to the Nicobar megapode and the Nicobar pigeon.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of fish species, including the mahseer and the catfish?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal is home to the largest number of fish species, including the mahseer and the catfish.

Which Indian state is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Valley of Flowers National Park, home to over 500 species of flowering plants?

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Ladakh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttarakhand is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Valley of Flowers National Park, home to over 500 species of flowering plants.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of mammal species, including the tiger, the elephant, and the lion?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Gujarat

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhya Pradesh is home to the largest number of mammal species, including the tiger, the elephant, and the lion.

Which Indian state is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Rann of Kutch, the largest salt desert in the world?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarat is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Rann of Kutch, the largest salt desert in the world.

Which Indian state is home to the largest number of invertebrate species, including the butterfly and the dragonfly?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala is home to the largest number of invertebrate species, including the butterfly and the dragonfly.

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