National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of India MCQs

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National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of India MCQs

Practice National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering famous national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, biosphere reserves, tiger reserves, bird sanctuaries, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, endangered species and biodiversity conservation topics frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #241
The 'Orang National Park' in Assam is often referred to as:
A. Assam's Rhino Home
B. Mini Kaziranga
C. Little Manas
D. Gateway to the Northeast

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Orang National Park is often called 'Mini Kaziranga' due to its similar topography and rhinoceros population.

Question #242
Which national park in Rajasthan is famous for the 'Gharial' conservation?
A. Sariska Tiger Reserve
B. Mukundra Hills National Park
C. Ranthambore National Park
D. Keoladeo National Park

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Mukundra Hills National Park is part of the Darrah sanctuary area, which is known for its rugged landscape and biodiversity.

Question #243
The 'Gorumara National Park' is located in the Terai region of which state?
A. Assam
B. West Bengal
C. Sikkim
D. Bihar

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Gorumara National Park is situated in the Dooars region of northern West Bengal.

Question #244
Which national park in Karnataka is located in the Kudremukh mountain range?
A. Bandipur National Park
B. Anshi National Park
C. Kudremukh National Park
D. Nagarhole National Park

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Kudremukh National Park takes its name from the mountain peak which resembles a horse's face.

Question #245
The 'Campbell Bay National Park' is located on which large island?
A. Little Andaman Island
B. Great Nicobar Island
C. North Andaman Island
D. South Andaman Island

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Campbell Bay National Park is a significant part of the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve.

Question #246
Which national park in Jammu and Kashmir is located in the Leh district (now Ladakh)?
A. Kazinag National Park
B. Hemis National Park
C. Dachigam National Park
D. Salim Ali National Park

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Hemis National Park is located in the union territory of Ladakh.

Question #247
The 'Simbalbara National Park' was formerly known as:
A. Pin Valley Sanctuary
B. Khirganga Sanctuary
C. Great Himalayan Sanctuary
D. Colonel Sher Jung National Park

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Simbalbara National Park in Himachal Pradesh was renamed after Colonel Sher Jung.

Question #248
Where is the 'Intanki National Park' located?
A. Manipur
B. Mizoram
C. Meghalaya
D. Nagaland

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Intanki National Park is the only national park in the state of Nagaland.

Question #249
Which national park in Madhya Pradesh has the 'Mandla Plant Fossils'?
A. Kanha National Park
B. Pench National Park
C. Bandhavgarh National Park
D. Fossil National Park

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Fossil National Park in Mandla is renowned for its million-year-old plant fossils.

Question #250
The 'Marine National Park' in the Gulf of Kutch was established in which year?
A. 1990
B. 1982
C. 1985
D. 1980

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
It was the first marine national park established in India, back in 1980.

Question #251
Which national park in Odisha is a part of the 'Similipal' ecosystem?
A. Simlipal National Park
B. Satkosia Gorge
C. None of these
D. Bhitarkanika National Park

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Simlipal National Park is a vast reserve in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha.

Question #252
Where is the 'Navegaon National Park' located?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Gujarat
D. Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Navegaon National Park is in the Bhandara/Gondia region of Maharashtra.

Question #253
The 'Mouling National Park' gets its name from which nearby peak?
A. Mouling Peak
B. Kameng Peak
C. Siang Peak
D. Dibang Peak

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Mouling National Park is named after the high-altitude peak of Mouling.

Question #254
Which national park in Bihar is located on the border of Nepal?
A. Betla National Park
B. None of these
C. Dudhwa National Park
D. Valmiki National Park

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Valmiki National Park shares an international border with Nepal, forming a contiguous forest with the Chitwan National Park.

Question #255
The 'Mount Harriet National Park' is famous for:
A. View of the sea
B. Floating vegetation
C. Tiger population
D. Asiatic Lions

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Mount Harriet National Park offers panoramic views of the sea and the Port Blair port area.

Question #256
Which national park in Kerala is famous for the 'Nilgiri Langur'?
A. Silent Valley National Park
B. Eravikulam National Park
C. Anamudi Shola National Park
D. Pambadum Shola National Park

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Silent Valley National Park is a key habitat for the endangered Nilgiri Langur.

Question #257
Where is the 'Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park' located?
A. Hyderabad, Telangana
B. Bangalore, Karnataka
C. Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
D. Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
This national park is situated in the heart of Hyderabad, Telangana.

Question #258
The 'Gugamal National Park' in Maharashtra is a prime habitat for which large predator?
A. Royal Bengal Tiger
B. Asiatic Lion
C. Snow Leopard
D. Indian Wolf

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Gugamal National Park is part of the Melghat Tiger Reserve and is home to the Bengal Tiger.

Question #259
Which national park in India is known for its high population of 'Sloth Bears'?
A. Kanha National Park
B. Pench National Park
C. Satpura National Park
D. Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary/Park

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Daroji is a well-known area specifically for the conservation of Sloth Bears in Karnataka.

Question #260
The 'Bison (Rajbari) National Park' in Tripura is known for which species?
A. One-horned Rhino
B. Swamp Deer
C. Indian Bison (Gaur)
D. Asiatic Lion

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The park is named after the Indian Bison (Gaur) which is the primary protected species there.