National Parks — Set 8
Environment · राष्ट्रीय उद्यान · Questions 71–80 of 100
The Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is situated in which region?
Correct Answer: D. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The park is located near Wandoor on the Andaman Islands. It was established to protect marine life, especially the coral reefs and sea turtles. It consists of an archipelago of 15 islands.
Which National Park in Chhattisgarh is located in the Bastar region and is one of the last remaining refuges of the Wild Buffalo (Gaur) in Central India?
Correct Answer: A. Indravati National Park
Indravati National Park, located in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, is named after the Indravati River that flows through it. It is one of the last remaining habitats for the Wild Buffalo (Gaur) in Central India and is also a Project Tiger reserve. The park covers approximately 2,799 sq km including its buffer zone. It is home to tigers, leopards, wild dogs, and numerous bird species. The Bastar region's dense sal forests make it a critical corridor for wildlife in central India.
The Singalila National Park, famous for its trek to Sandakphu, is in which state?
Correct Answer: C. West Bengal
Singalila is located in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. It is situated on the border with Nepal and offers views of four of the world's highest peaks. It is a major habitat for the Red Panda.
In which state is the Balpakram National Park located?
Correct Answer: D. Meghalaya
Balpakram is located in the South Garo Hills of Meghalaya. It is a sacred site for the local Garo tribes. The park features a deep gorge and is often called the 'Grand Canyon of India'.
Which National Park in Karnataka is famous for its iron ore deposits and mining controversies?
Correct Answer: B. Kudremukh National Park
Kudremukh is located in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka. The name literally means 'horse-face' due to the shape of a mountain peak. The park is a major biodiversity hotspot in the Western Ghats.
In which state is the Mukurthi National Park located?
Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
Mukurthi is situated in the high altitudes of the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu. It was established primarily to protect its keystone species, the Nilgiri Tahr. It is a part of India's first International Biosphere Reserve.
The Kanger Valley National Park is located in which district of Chhattisgarh?
Correct Answer: B. Bastar
Kanger Valley is famous for its limestone caves like Kutumsar and Kailash Gufa. It is situated near Jagdalpur in the Bastar district. The park is home to the state bird of Chhattisgarh, the Bastar Hill Myna.
In which state is the Vansda National Park located?
Correct Answer: A. Gujarat
Vansda is situated in the Navsari district of Gujarat. It was once the private forest area of the Maharaja of Vansda. The park is known for its extremely dense canopy that remains cool throughout the year.
Which National Park is situated on the outskirts of the city of Bengaluru?
Correct Answer: B. Bannerghatta National Park
Bannerghatta is a popular weekend getaway for residents of Bengaluru. It features a zoo, a butterfly park, and safari zones. The park is a major center for the rescue and rehabilitation of wild animals.
In which state is the Gormara National Park located?
Correct Answer: B. West Bengal
Gorumara is located in the Dooars region of West Bengal. It is situated on the floodplains of the Murti and Raidak rivers. The park is famous for its population of Indian rhinoceroses and elephants.