Biomes of India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the diverse biomes found in India, their characteristics, and their significance.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a major biome found in India?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Temperate Grassland

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mediterranean Climate is not a major biome found in India. It is typically characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, which is not commonly found in India.

The Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas are home to which type of biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Temperate Grassland

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas are known for their tropical rainforest biome, characterized by lush vegetation, high rainfall, and a diverse array of plant and animal species.

The Thar Desert is an example of which biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Desert

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Thar Desert is a vast arid region located in the northwestern part of India. It is characterized by extreme temperatures, low rainfall, and sparse vegetation.

Which biome is known for its unique mangrove forests?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Desert

  4. Mangrove Forest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The mangrove forest biome is found in coastal areas and is characterized by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that can withstand high salinity levels.

The Sundarbans, located in the Ganges Delta, is an example of which biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Desert

  4. Mangrove Forest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world and is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species.

Which biome is characterized by moderate temperatures, distinct seasons, and a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Desert

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Temperate deciduous forests are found in regions with moderate temperatures and distinct seasons. They are characterized by trees that shed their leaves during the colder months.

The Nilgiri Mountains in southern India are home to which type of biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Desert

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Mountains are known for their temperate deciduous forests, which support a rich biodiversity of plant and animal species.

Which biome is characterized by rolling grasslands, scattered trees, and a diverse array of grazing animals?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Grassland

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Grasslands are found in regions with moderate rainfall and are characterized by open areas dominated by grasses and scattered trees.

The Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird, is found in which biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Grassland

  4. Desert


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Great Indian Bustard is found in the grasslands of India and is facing habitat loss and fragmentation due to agricultural expansion.

Which biome is known for its unique flora and fauna, including the one-horned rhinoceros and the wild water buffalo?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Grassland

  4. Wetlands


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wetlands are ecosystems that are characterized by the presence of water, either permanently or seasonally. They support a diverse range of plant and animal species.

The Kaziranga National Park in Assam is home to which biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Grassland

  4. Wetlands


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park is known for its extensive wetlands, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife, including the one-horned rhinoceros and the wild water buffalo.

Which biome is characterized by a unique blend of tropical and temperate vegetation, with a rich diversity of plant and animal species?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Mediterranean Climate

  4. Montane Forest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Montane forests are found in mountainous regions and are characterized by a diverse range of plant and animal species adapted to the high altitudes and varying temperatures.

The Eastern Himalayas are home to which type of biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Montane Forest

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Eastern Himalayas are known for their montane forests, which support a rich biodiversity of plant and animal species.

Which biome is characterized by a unique combination of tropical and temperate vegetation, with a rich diversity of plant and animal species?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Mediterranean Climate

  4. Montane Forest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Montane forests are found in mountainous regions and are characterized by a diverse range of plant and animal species adapted to the high altitudes and varying temperatures.

The Western Ghats are home to which type of biome?

  1. Tropical Rainforest

  2. Temperate Deciduous Forest

  3. Montane Forest

  4. Mediterranean Climate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Western Ghats are known for their tropical rainforest biome, characterized by lush vegetation, high rainfall, and a diverse array of plant and animal species.

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