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 #401
Which wildlife sanctuary in Haryana is famous for its population of 'Nilgai'?
A. Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary
B. Bir Moti Bagh Wildlife Sanctuary
C. Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Chhilchhila Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Bir Moti Bagh is a protected wildlife sanctuary in Haryana known for its diverse fauna including nilgai.

Question #402
The 'Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary' is located in:
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Gujarat
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra.

Question #403
Which wildlife sanctuary in Meghalaya is located near the 'Nokrek' biosphere reserve?
A. Baghmara Pitcher Plant Sanctuary
B. None of these
C. Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Siju Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Siju Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for its limestone caves and proximity to the Nokrek reserve.

Question #404
The 'Askot Wildlife Sanctuary' is primarily known for the conservation of:
A. Musk Deer
B. Tiger
C. Rhino
D. Lion

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Askot Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand is a dedicated protected area for the musk deer.

Question #405
Which wildlife sanctuary in Rajasthan is known for the 'Flying Squirrel'?
A. Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
B. Phulwari Ki Nal Wildlife Sanctuary
C. Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Sita Mata Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Sita Mata Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for being the only place in India where the flying squirrel is found outside the Himalayas.

Question #406
The 'Kailam Wildlife Sanctuary' is located in:
A. Mizoram
B. Assam
C. Nagaland
D. Manipur

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Kailam Wildlife Sanctuary is a biodiversity-rich area located in the Churachandpur district of Manipur.

Question #407
Which wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka is known for its 'Crocodile' conservation?
A. Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary
B. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (also crocodile habitat)
C. Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is not only for birds but is also famous for mugger crocodiles in the river.

Question #408
The 'Hadagarh Wildlife Sanctuary' is in:
A. Chhattisgarh
B. West Bengal
C. Jharkhand
D. Odisha

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Hadagarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Keonjhar district of Odisha.

Question #409
Which wildlife sanctuary in Kerala is known for 'Periyar' reservoir?
A. Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
B. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
C. Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary surrounds the Periyar reservoir, a major water source and elephant habitat.

Question #410
The 'Bakhra Wildlife Sanctuary' is in:
A. Manipur
B. Assam
C. Mizoram
D. Nagaland

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Bakhra Wildlife Sanctuary is an important biodiversity area in Manipur.

Question #411
Which wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat is known for 'Dolphin' sightings?
A. Marine National Park/Sanctuary area
B. Barda Wildlife Sanctuary
C. Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Narayan Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The coastal waters of the Marine National Park and Sanctuary in the Gulf of Kutch are home to dolphins.

Question #412
The 'Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary' is famous for:
A. None of these
B. Rhino Safari Park
C. Tiger Safari Park
D. Lion Safari Park

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala is known for its Lion Safari park and a crocodile rehabilitation center.

Question #413
Which wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh is famous for the 'Indian Wolf'?
A. Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary
B. Karera Wildlife Sanctuary
C. Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
D. Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Karera is known for its open grassland habitat which is suitable for the Indian wolf.

Question #414
The 'Pualreng Wildlife Sanctuary' is located in:
A. Nagaland
B. Manipur
C. Meghalaya
D. Mizoram

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Pualreng Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Kolasib district of Mizoram.

Question #415
Which wildlife sanctuary in Chhattisgarh is a famous 'Tiger' habitat?
A. Both A and B
B. Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary
C. None of these
D. Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Both Sitanadi and Achanakmar are key tiger-bearing habitats in Chhattisgarh.

Question #416
The 'Chhilchhila Wildlife Sanctuary' is a famous birding site in:
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Rajasthan
C. Haryana
D. Punjab

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Chhilchhila (also known as Seonthi) is a well-known bird sanctuary in Haryana.

Question #417
Which wildlife sanctuary in Tamil Nadu is famous for 'Mukurthi' mountain views and 'Tahr'?
A. None of these
B. Mukurthi
C. Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
D. Sathyamangalam

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
KMTR is a vital habitat for the Nilgiri tahr and the tiger.

Question #418
The 'Palamau' area in Jharkhand is famous for its:
A. Rhino Reserve
B. Tiger Reserve
C. Elephant Reserve
D. Lion Reserve

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Palamau is one of the original nine tiger reserves in India.

Question #419
The 'Ratapani' area in Madhya Pradesh is famous for:
A. None of these
B. Tigers
C. Lions
D. Rhinos

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Ratapani is known for its healthy population of tigers near Bhopal.

Question #420
The 'Gahirmatha' area in Odisha is famous for:
A. Horseshoe Crabs
B. Olive Ridley Turtles
C. Irrawaddy Dolphins
D. Saltwater Crocodiles

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Gahirmatha is the largest rookery for Olive Ridley turtles.