Map Based GK — Set 1
Geography · मानचित्र आधारित GK · Questions 1–10 of 50
Which state in India has the highest percentage of its geographical area covered by forests according to recent mapping data?
Correct Answer: C. Mizoram
Mizoram consistently records the highest forest cover percentage in India at over 84%. While Madhya Pradesh has the largest total area under forest, Mizoram leads in proportion to its land size. This is largely due to the hilly terrain and traditional conservation practices in the Northeast.
The Biosphere Reserve 'Nilgiri' is geographically spread across which three Indian states?
Correct Answer: C. Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu
The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is located at the tri-junction of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It was the first biosphere reserve established in India in 1986. It encompasses major national parks like Bandipur, Nagarhole, and Mudumalai.
Looking at a map of wetland sites, which of these is the largest Ramsar site in India?
Correct Answer: B. Sundarbans
The Sundarbans in West Bengal is currently the largest Ramsar wetland site in India. It is a massive mangrove ecosystem that supports diverse wildlife including the Royal Bengal Tiger. Ramsar sites are wetlands of international importance identified under the Ramsar Convention.
In which state is the 'Kaziranga National Park', famous for the one-horned rhinoceros, located?
Correct Answer: C. Assam
Kaziranga National Park is located on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra River in Assam. It holds two-thirds of the world's great one-horned rhinoceros population. The park is also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Which mountain range acts as a geographical barrier for the biodiversity hotspot of the Western Ghats?
Correct Answer: B. Sahyadri
The Western Ghats are also known as the Sahyadri mountains in Maharashtra and Karnataka. This range runs parallel to the western coast and is one of the world's eight 'hottest hotspots' of biological diversity. It heavily influences the rainfall patterns in the Indian peninsula.
Which Indian state is home to the 'Keibul Lamjao National Park', the only floating park in the world?
Correct Answer: D. Manipur
Keibul Lamjao National Park is situated on Loktak Lake in the state of Manipur. It is famous for the 'phumdis' (floating decomposed plant materials) and the endangered Sangai deer. It is an integral part of the Loktak wetland ecosystem.
The 'Panna National Park', known for its tigers and diamond mines, is mapped in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Madhya Pradesh
Panna National Park is located in the northern part of Madhya Pradesh along the banks of the Ken River. It was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2011. The area is known for its tropical dry deciduous forests.
Which ecological site is located at the confluence of the rivers Beas and Sutlej?
Correct Answer: D. Harike Wetland
Harike Wetland is the largest man-made wetland in Northern India, located in Punjab where the Beas and Sutlej rivers meet. It is a major destination for migratory birds from Siberia and Kazakhstan. It was designated as a Ramsar site in 1990.
The 'Silent Valley National Park' is located in which hill range of Kerala?
Correct Answer: D. Nilgiri Hills
Silent Valley National Park is nestled in the Nilgiri Hills in the Palakkad district of Kerala. It is one of the last undisturbed tracts of South Western Ghats mountain rain forests. The park is famous for the lion-tailed macaque, an endangered primate.
Which state has the maximum number of National Parks in India as per standard geographical records?
Correct Answer: C. Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of National Parks in India. It currently hosts 11 National Parks, followed closely by the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This state is often referred to as the 'Tiger State' of India.