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Biodiversity of the Gangetic Plain

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Which of the following is the largest river in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges is the largest river in the Gangetic Plain, with a length of over 2,500 kilometers.

What is the name of the largest delta in the world, formed by the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers?

  1. Sundarbans

  2. Ganges Delta

  3. Brahmaputra Delta

  4. Godavari Delta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sundarbans is the largest delta in the world, formed by the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers. It is located in Bangladesh and India and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which of the following is a major tributary of the Ganges River?

  1. Yamuna

  2. Brahmaputra

  3. Godavari

  4. Krishna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Yamuna is a major tributary of the Ganges River. It originates in the Himalayas and joins the Ganges at Allahabad.

What is the name of the largest freshwater lake in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Chilika Lake

  2. Nal Sarovar

  3. Kolleru Lake

  4. Wular Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chilika Lake is the largest freshwater lake in the Gangetic Plain. It is located in Odisha and is a Ramsar Site.

Which of the following is a major city located in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Kolkata

  2. New Delhi

  3. Mumbai

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata is a major city located in the Gangetic Plain. It is the capital of West Bengal and is also known as the City of Joy.

What is the name of the largest national park in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Kaziranga National Park

  2. Jim Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Sunderbans National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaziranga National Park is the largest national park in the Gangetic Plain. It is located in Assam and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which of the following is a major wildlife sanctuary located in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Keoladeo National Park

  2. Corbett National Park

  3. Ranthambore National Park

  4. Sunderbans Tiger Reserve


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Keoladeo National Park is a major wildlife sanctuary located in the Gangetic Plain. It is located in Rajasthan and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is the name of the largest bird sanctuary in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  2. Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary

  3. Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary

  4. Chilika Lake Bird Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is the largest bird sanctuary in the Gangetic Plain. It is located in Rajasthan and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which of the following is a major river dolphin species found in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Ganges River Dolphin

  2. Amazon River Dolphin

  3. Yangtze River Dolphin

  4. Indus River Dolphin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges River Dolphin is a major river dolphin species found in the Gangetic Plain. It is an endangered species and is protected by law.

What is the name of the largest crocodile species found in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Gharial

  2. Saltwater Crocodile

  3. Nile Crocodile

  4. American Crocodile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gharial is the largest crocodile species found in the Gangetic Plain. It is a critically endangered species and is protected by law.

Which of the following is a major turtle species found in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Indian Softshell Turtle

  2. Green Sea Turtle

  3. Loggerhead Sea Turtle

  4. Hawksbill Sea Turtle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Softshell Turtle is a major turtle species found in the Gangetic Plain. It is a vulnerable species and is protected by law.

What is the name of the largest fish species found in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Goonch

  2. Mahseer

  3. Catla

  4. Rohu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Goonch is the largest fish species found in the Gangetic Plain. It is a predatory fish and is known for its aggressive behavior.

Which of the following is a major tree species found in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Sal

  2. Teak

  3. Neem

  4. Banyan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sal is a major tree species found in the Gangetic Plain. It is a valuable timber tree and is also used for fuelwood and fodder.

What is the name of the largest grass species found in the Gangetic Plain?

  1. Elephant Grass

  2. Reed Grass

  3. Thatching Grass

  4. Lemon Grass


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elephant Grass is the largest grass species found in the Gangetic Plain. It is a tall, perennial grass that is used for fodder and thatching.

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