50 Important MCQs on Assam Forests and Wildlife | Part One

50 MCQs on Assam Forests and Wildlife

Assam, known for its rich biodiversity and vast forest cover, is home to a variety of wildlife and unique ecosystems. These multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are designed to help students and competitive exam aspirants deepen their understanding of Assam forests and wildlife.This resource is tailored for students preparing for competitive exams such as the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC), State Level Exams, UPSC, and various Forest Services examinations. Covering key topics such as national parks, endemic species, conservation efforts, and the ecological significance of forests, this collection of 50 MCQs serves as a valuable resource for anyone preparing for exams or looking to expand their knowledge about this vibrant region.

Which national park in Assam is famous for its population of the one-horned rhinoceros?
A) Manas National Park
B) Kaziranga National Park
C) Nameri National Park
D) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

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Answer: B) Kaziranga National Park

The Kaziranga National Park is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its:
A) Biodiversity
B) Cultural heritage
C) Scenic beauty
D) Agricultural practices

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Answer: A) Biodiversity

The Brahmaputra River is known for supporting which type of ecosystem?
A) Desert
B) Wetlands
C) Mountain
D) Grassland

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Answer: B) Wetlands

Which of the following is an endemic species of Assam found in its forests?
A) Bengal tiger
B) Hoolock gibbon
C) Asiatic lion
D) Indian elephant

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Answer: B) Hoolock gibbon

The Dibru-Saikhowa National Park is famous for which of the following?
A) Swamp deer
B) Snow leopards
C) White tigers
D) African elephants

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Answer: A) Swamp deer

What is the primary type of forest found in the Kaziranga National Park?
A) Tropical evergreen forest
B) Deciduous forest
C) Coniferous forest
D) Temperate forest

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Answer: A) Tropical evergreen forest

The Mikir Hills are part of which forest reserve?
A) Mikir Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
B) Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary
C) Manas Wildlife Sanctuary
D) Nameri Wildlife Sanctuary

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Answer: A) Mikir Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Which bird species is commonly found in Assam’s wetlands?
A) Greater adjutant stork
B) Flamingo
C) Bald eagle
D) Emu

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Answer: A) Greater adjutant stork

The Nameri National Park is known for which of the following activities?
A) Trekking
B) Skiing
C) Mountain biking
D) Rock climbing

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Answer: A) Trekking

Which forest type predominates in the North Cachar Hills?
A) Tropical moist deciduous forest
B) Pine forest
C) Mangrove forest
D) Alpine forest

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Answer: A) Tropical moist deciduous forest

The Indian elephant is primarily found in which of the following types of forest in Assam?
A) Tropical rainforests
B) Temperate forests
C) Savanna
D) Tundra

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Answer: A) Tropical rainforests

Which national park is home to the Indian bison (gaur)?
A) Kaziranga National Park
B) Manas National Park
C) Nameri National Park
D) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

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Answer: B) Manas National Park

The Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in which part of Assam?
A) Southern Assam
B) Northern Assam
C) Central Assam
D) Eastern Assam

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Answer: A) Southern Assam

Which of the following is a major threat to Assam's forests?
A) Natural disasters
B) Deforestation
C) Wildlife conservation
D) Sustainable tourism

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Answer: B) Deforestation

The Red Panda can be found in which part of Assam?
A) Kaziranga National Park
B) Namdapha National Park
C) Manas National Park
D) Nameri National Park

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Answer: B) Namdapha National Park

The Mikir Hills are primarily inhabited by which ethnic group?
A) Mikir (Karbi)
B) Bodo
C) Rabha
D) Manipuri

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Answer: A) Mikir (Karbi)

The Wildlife Protection Act was enacted in which year?
A) 1960
B) 1972
C) 1980
D) 1990

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Answer: B) 1972

The Hoolock gibbon is primarily found in which habitat?
A) Grasslands
B) Tropical forests
C) Deserts
D) Wetlands

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Answer: B) Tropical forests

Which sanctuary is famous for its birdwatching opportunities in Assam?
A) Manas National Park
B) Nameri National Park
C) Kaziranga National Park
D) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

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Answer: B) Nameri National Park

What is the major conservation effort for the one-horned rhinoceros in Assam?
A) Captive breeding
B) Anti-poaching initiatives
C) Habitat restoration
D) Relocation

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Answer: B) Anti-poaching initiatives

The Kaziranga National Park is situated along which river?
A) Brahmaputra River
B) Barak River
C) Dhansiri River
D) Narmada River

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Answer: A) Brahmaputra River

The primary vegetation type of Manas National Park is:
A) Tropical moist deciduous forest
B) Alpine forest
C) Mangrove forest
D) Desert scrub

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Answer: A) Tropical moist deciduous forest

The Gharial is a type of:
A) Crocodile
B) Lizard
C) Alligator
D) Turtle

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Answer: A) Crocodile

The Nameri National Park is located in which district of Assam?
A) Jorhat
B) Sonitpur
C) Kamrup
D) Darrang

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Answer: B) Sonitpur

The primary goal of the Project Tiger is to:
A) Conserve tiger populations
B) Protect forests
C) Promote ecotourism
D) Control poaching

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Answer: A) Conserve tiger populations

The Manas National Park is located near which international border?
A) Bhutan
B) Bangladesh
C) Nepal
D) Myanmar

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Answer: A) Bhutan

The Asiatic black bear is primarily found in which region of Assam?
A) Lowlands
B) Hilly areas
C) Coastal regions
D) Urban areas

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Answer: B) Hilly areas

The Great Indian Hornbill is a significant bird species in which forest?
A) Kaziranga National Park
B) Nameri National Park
C) Manas National Park
D) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

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Answer: B) Nameri National Park

The Kaziranga National Park is known for its:
A) Dense forests
B) Tall elephant grass
C) Pine trees
D) Alpine meadows

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Answer: B) Tall elephant grass

The Sundarbans mangrove forests are primarily located in which state?
A) Odisha
B) West Bengal
C) Assam
D) Tripura

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Answer: B) West Bengal

Which of the following is a significant conservation challenge in Assam's forests?
A) Poaching
B) Urbanization
C) Tourism
D) Deforestation

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Answer: A) Poaching

The Kaziranga National Park was established in:
A) 1940
B) 1950
C) 1974
D) 1985

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Answer: C) 1974

The Asian elephant is primarily found in which ecosystem?
A) Deserts
B) Forests
C) Grasslands
D) Wetlands

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Answer: B) Forests

The Indian wild buffalo is an important species found in:
A) Kaziranga National Park
B) Manas National Park
C) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
D) Nameri National Park

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Answer: C) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

The Barak River primarily flows through which district?
A) Cachar
B) Jorhat
C) Sonitpur
D) Kamrup

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Answer: A) Cachar

The Tawang Hill region is primarily located in which state?
A) Arunachal Pradesh
B) Assam
C) Nagaland
D) Manipur

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Answer: A) Arunachal Pradesh

Which of the following wildlife species is critically endangered in Assam?
A) Indian elephant
B) One-horned rhinoceros
C) Bengal tiger
D) Wild buffalo

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Answer: B) One-horned rhinoceros

The Himalayan black bear is primarily found in:
A) Plains
B) Hilly regions
C) Coastal areas
D) Urban areas

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Answer: B) Hilly regions

The Nameri Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for which species?
A) White tiger
B) Asian elephant
C) Indian crocodile
D) Red panda

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Answer: B) Asian elephant

The Kaziranga National Park is home to which of the following bird species?
A) Eurasian curlew
B) Snowy owl
C) Indian peacock
D) Hummingbird

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Answer: A) Eurasian curlew

The Hoolock gibbon is classified as:
A) Endangered
B) Vulnerable
C) Least concern
D) Extinct

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Answer: A) Endangered

Which of the following is a threat to Assam's forests?
A) Sustainable tourism
B) Illegal logging
C) Wildlife protection
D) Conservation programs

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Answer: B) Illegal logging

The Kaziranga National Park covers which area?
A) 430 square kilometers
B) 350 square kilometers
C) 500 square kilometers
D) 600 square kilometers

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Answer: A) 430 square kilometers

The primary vegetation in Manas National Park includes:
A) Mangroves
B) Deciduous forests
C) Pine forests
D) Grasslands

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Answer: B) Deciduous forests

Which national park is part of the Tiger Conservation Program in Assam?
A) Kaziranga National Park
B) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
C) Nameri National Park
D) Manas National Park

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Answer: A) Kaziranga National Park

The Greater Adjutant Stork is often referred to as:
A) Hargila
B) Ghughu
C) Juga
D) Bhadra

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Answer: A) Hargila

The Kaziranga National Park is primarily located in which district?
A) Golaghat
B) Jorhat
C) Dibrugarh
D) Sonitpur

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Answer: A) Golaghat

The Mikir Hills are part of which larger geographical feature?
A) Naga Hills
B) Himalayas
C) Western Ghats
D) Eastern Ghats

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Answer: A) Naga Hills

The Indian pangolin is known for its unique feature:
A) Scaly skin
B) Bright feathers
C) Long tail
D) Sharp teeth

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Answer: A) Scaly skin

The Kaziranga National Park hosts the largest population of which species?
A) Bengal tiger
B) Indian rhinoceros
C) Asiatic elephant
D) Black panther

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Answer: B) Indian rhinoceros

Thanks for taking the time to explore these 50 Assam Forests and Wildlife MCQs! We hope you had fun testing your knowledge about the amazing wildlife, stunning national parks, and unique ecosystems that make Assam so special. You can also explore Part – 2 of Assam's Forests & Wildlife.

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