National Parks — Set 4
Environment · राष्ट्रीय उद्यान · Questions 31–40 of 100
Dudhwa National Park, which shares a border with Nepal, is in which state?
Correct Answer: D. Uttar Pradesh
Dudhwa is located in the Lakhimpur Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh. It represents the Terai ecosystem, consisting of tall grass and dense forests. The park is well-known for its Barasingha (Swamp Deer) and Tiger populations.
The Betla National Park, one of the first parks in India to be included under Project Tiger, is in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Jharkhand
Betla National Park is located in the Palamu district of Jharkhand. The name is an acronym for Bison, Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, and Antelope. It features various waterfalls and historical forts built by the Chero kings.
In which state is the Vansda National Park, a protected area of deciduous forest, located?
Correct Answer: C. Gujarat
Vansda is located in the Navsari district of Gujarat and was once the private forest of the King of Vansda. It is known for its thick canopy that remains dark even during the day. The park is a major spot for spotting leopards and hyenas.
Which National Park in Assam is the newest (7th) to be declared in the state?
Correct Answer: D. Dehing Patkai National Park
Dehing Patkai was upgraded to a National Park in 2021. It is known as the 'Amazon of the East' due to its vast rainforest cover. The area is famous for its elephant population and coal mining controversies.
In which state is the Murlen National Park located?
Correct Answer: A. Mizoram
Murlen National Park is situated in the Champhai district of Mizoram near the Myanmar border. It is known for its dense subtropical forests where only 1% of sunlight reaches the ground in some areas. The park is a habitat for the Hume's Pheasant.
Which is the only National Park in India that is also a Marine National Park on the mainland?
Correct Answer: C. Marine National Park, Gulf of Kutch
The Marine National Park in Jamnagar, Gujarat, was the first marine park established on India's mainland. It consists of an archipelago of 42 islands surrounded by reefs. Visitors can walk on the seabed during low tide to observe corals.
In which state is the Kisu Rajbari National Park (formerly Bison National Park) located?
Correct Answer: D. Tripura
Rajbari National Park is located in the Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary area of Tripura. It was established primarily to protect the Indian Gaur (Bison). The park features a diverse landscape of wetlands and forests.
The Pin Valley National Park, known for its cold desert habitat, is in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Himachal Pradesh
Pin Valley is located within the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. It serves as a natural home for the Ibex and the elusive Snow Leopard. The park is characterized by sparse vegetation and rugged terrain.
In which state is the Ntangki National Park located?
Correct Answer: C. Nagaland
Ntangki is the only national park in the state of Nagaland. It is located in the Peren district and is known for its diverse birdlife and Hoolock Gibbons. The park was originally established as a reserve forest during the British era.
Which National Park in Madhya Pradesh is famous for the highest population of White Tigers in the wild?
Correct Answer: D. Bandhavgarh National Park
The first white tiger in the wild, named Mohan, was found in the forests of Bandhavgarh. Today, white tigers are mostly seen in zoos, but Bandhavgarh remains a major tiger conservation site. The park's density allows for high frequency of tiger sightings.