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Environment and Biodiversity MCQs – 07 (Endangered Species of India)

Most important MCQs from the chapter – Endangered Species of India MCQs for UPSC, State PSC and Other Examinations.

1. Which among the following publishes the Red List of Threatened Species ?

(a) UNESCO
(b) World Bank
(c) CITIES
(d) IUCN

Correct Answer – (d) IUCN

  • The International Union for Conservation of Nature publishes the Red List of Threatened Species.
  • It is the most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species.

2. Which among the following is not a category under the Red List of Threatened Species ?

(a) Least Concern
(b) Vulnerable
(c) Critically Endangered
(d) Invasive

Correct Answer – (d) Invasive

  • The IUCN Red List divides species into nine categories:
    • Not Evaluated
    • Data Deficient
    • Least Concern
    • Near Threatened
    • Vulnerable
    • Endangered
    • Critically Endangered
    • Extinct in the Wild
    • Extinct
  • Invasiveness is not a category in the Red List.

3. Which one among the following is not a Critically Endangered bird species of India ?

(a) White-bellied Heron
(b) Great Indian Bustard
(c) House Sparrow
(d) Forest Owlet

Correct Answer – (c) House Sparrow 

  • As per IUCN Red List, White-bellied Heron, Great Indian Bustard and Forest Owlet are categorized as Critically Endangered bird species.
  • House Sparrow categorized as Least Concern.

4. Which one among the following is a Critically Endangered bird species of India ?

(a) Common Myna(Acridotheres tristis)
(b) Rock Dove (Columba livia)
(c) House Sparrow
(d) Bengal Florican

Correct Answer – (d) Bengal Florican

  • The Bengal florican, also called the Bengal bustard, is a bustard species native to the Indian subcontinent.
  • It is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List because fewer than 1,000 individuals are estimated to be alive.

5. Consider the following statements about the Vulture species in India :

1. Indian Vulture status is ‘Near Threatened’ in IUCN Red List.
2. Himalayan vulture status is critically endangered.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (d) Neither 1 nor 2

  • Following Vulture species in India are critically endangered:
    • Indian Vulture
    • Red-headed Vulture
    • Slender-billed Vulture
    • White-backed Vulture
  • The IUCN Red List status of Himalayan vulture is ‘Near Threatened’.

6. Which one among the following is a Critically Endangered bird species of India ?

(a) Siberian Crane
(b) Jerdon’s Courser
(c) Himalayan Quail
(d) All of the Above

Correct Answer – (d) All of the Above

  • Siberian Crane, Jerdon’s Courser and Himalayan Quail are Critically Endangered as per the  IUCN Red List.

7. Which one among the following is not a Critically Endangered species of India ?

(a) Pygmy Hog
(b) Kondana Rat
(c) Namdapha Flying Squirrel
(d) Nilgai

Correct Answer – (d) Nilgai

  • Pygmy Hog, Kondana Rat, Namdapha Flying Squirrel are Critically Endangered as per the  IUCN Red List.
  • The Nilgai is the largest antelope of Asia and is commonly found across the northern Indian subcontinent. 
  • The IUCN status of Nilgai is ‘Least Concern’.

8. Consider the following statements about the Nilgiri Tahr :

1. It is endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and the southern portion of the Western Ghats.
2. The IUCN status of Nilgiri Tahr is ‘Least Concern’.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (a) 1 only

  • Nilgiri Tahr, also known as Nilgiri Ibex is endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and the southern portion of the Western Ghats.
  • It is the state animal of Tamil Nadu and locally known as ‘Varaiaadu’.
  • The IUCN status of Nilgiri Tahr is ‘Endangered’.
  • It has been listed under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
  • It is facing threats due to habitat loss, poaching and climate change.

9. Consider the following statements about the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972:

1. It provides for the protection of listed species of animals, birds, and plants.
2. Schedule III of the act covers endangered species that need rigorous protection.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (a) 1 only

  • Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 was enacted to provide protection to various species of animals, birds, and plants and conserve biodiversity.
  • There are six schedules in Wildlife Protection Act:
    • Schedule I → Covers endangered species that need rigorous protection.
    • Schedule II → Animals that cannot be hunted except under threat to human life.
    • Schedule III & IV → Species that are not endangered. 
    • Schedule V → Animals that can be hunted.
    • Schedule VI → plants that are forbidden from cultivation.

10. Which one among the following is not a Critically Endangered species of India ?

(a) Malabar Civet
(b) Kondana Rat
(c) Elvira Rat
(d) Hanuman Langur

Correct Answer – (d)  Hanuman Langur

  • Malabar Civet, Kondana Rat, Elvira Rat are Critically Endangered as per the  IUCN Red List.
  • The IUCN status of Hanuman Langur is ‘Least Concern’.

11. Consider the following statements about the Namdapha Flying Squirrel:

1. It is a rare flying squirrel species found in the Namdapha Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. Its IUCN status is ‘Critically Endangered’.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (c) Both 1 and 2

  • Namdapha Flying Squirrel is a rare flying squirrel species found in the Namdapha Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh.
  • Its IUCN status is ‘Critically Endangered’.
  • It is listed in Schedule I of  Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act.

12. Consider the following statements about the One-Horned Rhinoceros :

1. Out of all the Rhino species, Only the One-Horned Rhinos are found in India.
2. Its IUCN status is ‘Critically Endangered’.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (a) 1 only

  • Out of all the Rhino species, Only the One-Horned Rhinos are found in India.
  • They are mainly found in Assam, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh.
  • One-Horned Rhinoceros is listed as ‘Vulnerable’ in the IUCN Red List. 
  • They are listed in Schedule I of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

13. Consider the following statements :

1. The IUCN status of Sumatran rhinoceros is ‘Critically Endangered’.
2. The IUCN status of Javan rhinoceros is ‘Endangered’.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (a) 1 only

  • Javan rhinoceros were once widespread in India.
  • They are now extinct in the country.
  • The IUCN status of Javan rhinoceros is ‘Critically Endangered’.
  • The IUCN status of Sumatran rhinoceros is ‘Critically Endangered’.

14. Which one among the following is the largest turtle species in the world ?

(a) Hawksbill Turtle
(b) Leatherback Turtle
(c) Red-crowned Roofed Turtle
(d) None of the Above

Correct Answer – (b) Leatherback Turtle 

  • The leatherback sea turtle is the largest turtle species in the world.
  • It is the only species of sea turtle that lacks the hard shell. 
  • These turtles are highly migratory which can swim over 10,000 miles a year.
  • In India, they are found in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

15. Consider the following statements about Gharials:

1. They are commonly found in the fresh waters of Chambal river.
2. The IUCN status of Gharials is ‘Critically Endangered’.

Select the correct statement(s) using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer – (c) Both 1 and 2

  • Gharials are the reptiles distinguished by their long, thin snouts. 
  • They are commonly found in the fresh waters of Chambal river.
  • They are also found in Ghagra, Gandak, the Ramganga and Sone rivers.
  • The IUCN status of Gharials is ‘Critically Endangered’.
  • They are listed on Appendix I of CITES and Schedule I of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

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