Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources - One Line Questions
1.
The Project Tiger was launched in which year? —
1973
2.
The 'Sundari' trees, which give the Sundarbans its name, are adapted to which environment? —
Saline waterlogged soil
3.
Where are Moist Deciduous Forests typically found in India? —
Areas receiving rainfall between 100 cm and 200 cm
4.
The Gir National Park in Gujarat is famous for protecting which species? —
Asiatic Lion
5.
What is the characteristic vegetation found between 1,000 and 2,000 meters altitude in the Montane Forests? —
Coniferous trees like pine, oak, and chestnut
6.
The 'Great Indian Bustard' is an endangered species primarily found in: —
Grasslands and arid regions
7.
The roots of mangrove plants are adapted to survive in: —
Waterlogged, saline conditions
8.
Which bird is the national bird of India and is found in various forest types? —
Peacock
9.
In which part of India are Tropical Evergreen Forests primarily found? —
Western Ghats, Lakshadweep, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
10.
Which government act provides legal protection to wildlife and plants in India? —
Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
11.
Which of the following factors is LEAST responsible for the depletion of flora and fauna in India? —
Conservation efforts
12.
Which conservation strategy involves protecting the entire ecosystem, including all species and their habitats? —
In-situ conservation
13.
What is the primary reason for the decline in India's wildlife population? —
Habitat destruction, hunting, and pollution
14.
Which of the following is a direct consequence of deforestation? —
Soil erosion and loss of habitat
15.
Which national park is famous for housing the Royal Bengal Tiger and is a major mangrove ecosystem? —
Sunderbans National Park
16.
The population of which primate is significantly threatened by habitat loss in the Western Ghats? —
Lion-tailed Macaque
17.
The 'Atlas Moth', one of the largest moths in the world, is found in which type of Indian vegetation? —
Tropical Deciduous Forests
18.
Tropical Deciduous Forests are further classified based on the availability of water. Which is the drier type? —
Dry Deciduous
19.
Which type of vegetation is found in and around deltaic swamps, characterized by roots of plants submerged in mud? —
Mangrove Forests
20.
Which type of vegetation is characterized by sparse vegetation and is found in the driest parts of India? —
Desert Vegetation
21.
In which geographical regions of India are Tropical Thorny Bushes and Scrubs predominantly found? —
Semi-arid areas of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Punjab
22.
Which of the following is a characteristic tree of Moist Deciduous Forests? —
Teak
23.
Which of the following is a type of flora found in India? —
Rosewood
24.
Which of the following is a characteristic plant of Mangrove Forests? —
Sundari tree
25.
Which of the following is an example of a major wildlife conservation project in India? —
All of the above
26.
The 'Biosphere Reserves' in India are established with the aim of: —
Conserving biodiversity, including terrestrial, marine and coastal ecosystems
27.
Which Indian state has the largest area under Tropical Evergreen Forests? —
Kerala
28.
Which national park is home to the one-horned rhinoceros? —
Kaziranga National Park
29.
The 'ghats' in 'Western Ghats' refer to: —
Mountain passes or slopes
30.
What are the common plants found in Tropical Thorny Bushes and Scrubs? —
Acacia, Palms, Cactus
31.
The trees in Tropical Evergreen Forests are typically: —
Tall, dense, and evergreen with broad leaves
32.
Which of the following is a major threat to wildlife in India? —
Poaching and habitat fragmentation
33.
Which of the following trees is NOT typically found in Tropical Deciduous Forests? —
Mahogany
34.
Which of the following is a type of fauna found in India? —
Peacock
35.
What does the term 'biodiversity' refer to? —
The variety of all living organisms in a region
36.
The vegetation of India can be broadly classified into how many major types? —
Seven
37.
Which animal is the focus of 'Project Elephant' launched in 1992? —
Elephant
38.
What is the main objective of establishing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India? —
To conserve biodiversity and protect wildlife
39.
Which of the following is a characteristic of Tropical Evergreen Forests? —
Dense undergrowth with short trees
40.
Which type of vegetation is found in regions with heavy rainfall and high temperature throughout the year? —
Tropical Evergreen Forests
41.
Which vegetation type is adapted to arid and semi-arid areas with less than 70 cm of rainfall? —
Tropical Thorny Bushes and Scrubs
42.
The vegetation of the Himalayan region varies with altitude. Which type of forest is found at very high altitudes? —
Alpine
43.
Which type of vegetation is characterized by trees that shed their leaves during the dry season to conserve water? —
Tropical Deciduous Forests
44.
Which type of forest covers a larger part of India and is known for its trees like teak and sal? —
Tropical Deciduous Forests
45.
Which vegetation type is found in mountainous regions, with vegetation varying according to altitude? —
Montane Forests
46.
At higher altitudes (above 3,500 meters) in mountainous regions, what type of vegetation is typically observed? —
Alpine grasslands with mosses and lichens
47.
What is the most prominent feature of the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site? —
Mangrove Forests
48.
Which type of forest covers the highest percentage of forest area in India? —
Tropical Deciduous Forests
49.
The vegetation found in the higher altitudes of the Himalayas is known as: —
Alpine Vegetation
50.
Which region in India is known for its unique cold desert vegetation? —
Himalayan region (Ladakh)