1. Which country is a major producer of bauxite, the primary ore for aluminum production?
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A) China
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B) Australia
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C) Brazil
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D) India
Answer: B) Australia
2. In which industrial process is coal primarily used as a raw material?
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A) Aluminum smelting
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B) Steel production
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C) Gold refining
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D) Silicon chip manufacturing
Answer: B) Steel production
3. What is the primary use of natural gas among the given options?
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A) Jewelry production
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B) Electricity generation
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C) Transportation
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D) Steel manufacturing
Answer: B) Electricity generation
4. Which mineral resource is a key component in the production of electrical wiring and industrial machinery?
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A) Gold
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B) Copper
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C) Iron Ore
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D) Silver
Answer: B) Copper
5. Among the listed countries, which one is a major producer of gold for jewelry, investment, and electronics?
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A) Russia
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B) China
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C) Australia
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D) Peru
Answer: C) Australia
6. What is the primary use of oil in various applications?
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A) Aluminum production
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B) Electricity generation
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C) Transportation
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D) Steel manufacturing
Answer: C) Transportation
7. Which country is a major producer of iron ore, a crucial raw material for steel production?
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A) Brazil
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B) India
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C) China
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D) Australia
Answer: D) Australia
8. For what purpose is silver commonly used in industrial applications?
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A) Jewelry production
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B) Electronics
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C) Steel manufacturing
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D) Electricity generation
Answer: B) Electronics
9. What is the primary use of lead among the given options?
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A) Galvanizing steel
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B) Fertilizers
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C) Batteries
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D) Electronics
Answer: C) Batteries
10. Which country is a major producer of uranium, a mineral primarily used for nuclear power generation?
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A) Kazakhstan
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B) Australia
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C) Namibia
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D) China
Answer: A) Kazakhstan
11. In which industry is zinc commonly used for galvanizing steel?
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A) Construction
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B) Electronics
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C) Alloys
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D) Renewable energy technologies
Answer: A) Construction
12. What is the main application of phosphates among the provided options?
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A) Batteries
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B) Fertilizers
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C) Animal feed
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D) Alloys
Answer: B) Fertilizers
13. Among the listed countries, which one is a major producer of lithium, a key component in batteries for electric vehicles and electronics?
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A) Australia
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B) Russia
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C) China
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D) Namibia
Answer: A) Australia
14. For what purpose are rare earth elements primarily used?
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A) Fertilizers
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B) Electronics
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C) Galvanizing steel
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D) Ammunition
Answer: B) Electronics
15. Which country is a major producer of potash, a mineral widely used in the production of fertilizers?
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A) Canada
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B) Germany
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C) Russia
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D) China
Answer: A) Canada
16. Which of the following Indian states is NOT mentioned as a major coal-producing region?
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A) Jharkhand
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B) Odisha
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C) Maharashtra
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D) Chhattisgarh
Answer: C) Maharashtra
17. What is the primary industry that relies on iron ore, a significant resource in states like Odisha and Karnataka?
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A) Aluminum production
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B) Textile industry
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C) Steel industry
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D) Information technology
Answer: C) Steel industry
18. In which state is Gujarat mentioned as a major producer of bauxite, an essential ore for aluminum production?
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A) Odisha
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B) Gujarat
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C) Jharkhand
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D) Karnataka
Answer: B) Gujarat
19. For what purpose is copper, produced in states like Rajasthan and Gujarat, primarily used?
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A) Construction
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B) Steel production
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C) Information technology
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D) Agriculture
Answer: A) Construction
20. Which state is NOT listed as a major manganese-producing region in India?
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A) Karnataka
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B) Maharashtra
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C) Odisha
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D) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: B) Maharashtra
21. What is the primary application of zinc, a resource found in states like Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh?
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A) Aluminum production
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B) Textile industry
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C) Galvanizing steel
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D) Information technology
Answer: C) Galvanizing steel
22. In which of the following states are limestone deposits NOT mentioned as being widespread?
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A) Andhra Pradesh
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B) Rajasthan
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C) Maharashtra
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D) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: C) Maharashtra
23. What is the primary industry that extensively utilizes limestone as a key raw material?
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A) Textile industry
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B) Cement industry
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C) Information technology
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D) Pharmaceutical industry
Answer: B) Cement industry
24. Which state is NOT listed as a significant producer of gold in India?
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A) Karnataka
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B) Andhra Pradesh
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C) Jharkhand
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D) Gujarat
Answer: D) Gujarat
25. Apart from jewelry, in what other context is gold commonly used in India?
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A) Construction
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B) Agriculture
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C) As a currency
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D) Space exploration
Answer: C) As a currency
26. In which state is silver NOT mentioned as being produced as a byproduct of mining activities?
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A) Rajasthan
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B) Karnataka
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C) Uttar Pradesh
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D) Maharashtra
Answer: D) Maharashtra
27. What is one of the primary applications of lead, a resource produced in states like Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh?
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A) Jewelry
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B) Construction
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C) Batteries
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D) Textile manufacturing
Answer: C) Batteries
28. Which of the following is NOT a major graphite-producing state in India?
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A) Jharkhand
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B) Odisha
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C) Tamil Nadu
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D) Gujarat
Answer: D) Gujarat
29. What is the main use of graphite in various industrial applications?
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A) Jewelry production
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B) Lubricants
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C) Construction materials
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D) Food processing
Answer: B) Lubricants
30. In which state is uranium produced for nuclear power generation in India?
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A) Jharkhand
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B) Andhra Pradesh
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C) Gujarat
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D) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Andhra Pradesh
31. Which industry relies significantly on phosphates, a resource produced in states like Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh?
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A) Textile industry
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B) Pharmaceutical industry
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C) Automotive industry
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D) Fertilizer industry
Answer: D) Fertilizer industry
32. What is the primary significance of the Amazon River in the South American ecosystem?
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A) Largest river by discharge
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B) Longest river globally
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C) Crucial for the Amazon Rainforest ecosystem
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D) Source of drinking water for multiple countries
Answer: C) Crucial for the Amazon Rainforest ecosystem
33. Which river is the longest globally and plays a vital role in supporting agriculture and civilization in Egypt and Sudan?
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A) Amazon River
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B) Nile River
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C) Yangtze River
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D) Ganges River
Answer: B) Nile River
34. What is the main function of the Three Gorges Dam, located on the Yangtze River in China?
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A) Agriculture
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B) Industrial water supply
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C) Hydroelectric power generation
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D) Navigation improvement
Answer: C) Hydroelectric power generation
35. The Ganges River in India and Bangladesh is sacred in which religion and faces challenges related to pollution?
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A) Buddhism
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B) Hinduism
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C) Islam
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D) Christianity
Answer: B) Hinduism
36. The Colorado River, flowing through the United States and Mexico, is essential for which of the following?
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A) Agriculture and urban areas
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B) Hydropower generation
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C) Desert wildlife preservation
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D) Saltwater fisheries
Answer: A) Agriculture and urban areas
37. What challenges does the Danube River in Europe face, according to the provided information?
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A) Deforestation
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B) Habitat degradation and pollution
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C) Climate change impacts
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D) Water scarcity
Answer: B) Habitat degradation and pollution
38. In Southeast Asia, the Mekong River is vital for the livelihoods of millions of people. What sectors does it primarily support?
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A) Energy production
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B) Mining and extraction
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C) Agriculture and fisheries
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D) Tourism and hospitality
Answer: C) Agriculture and fisheries
39. Which river flows through India and Pakistan, providing water for agriculture and playing a crucial role in their economies?
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A) Indus River
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B) Rhein (Rhine) River
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C) Danube River
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D) Yangtze River
Answer: A) Indus River
40. What is one of the main roles of the Rhein (Rhine) River in Europe, as mentioned in the information?
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A) Energy production
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B) Navigation and trade
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C) Urban water supply
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D) Flood control
Answer: B) Navigation and trade
41. The Colorado River in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay provides water primarily for which purpose?
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A) Urban consumption
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B) Hydropower generation
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C) Agriculture
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D) Industrial processes
Answer: C) Agriculture
42. Which river is the longest in Europe, providing water for agriculture, industries, and transportation?
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A) Danube River
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B) Volga River
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C) Rhine River
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D) Thames River
Answer: B) Volga River
43. What is the primary significance of the Congo River in Africa?
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A) Longest river in Africa
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B) Supports rainforests and wetlands
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C) Hydropower generation
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D) Industrial water supply
Answer: B) Supports rainforests and wetlands
44. What water challenges are mentioned in the context of global water bodies, including rivers?
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A) Temperature fluctuations
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B) Soil erosion
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C) Pollution, over-extraction, and climate change impacts
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D) Navigation issues
Answer: C) Pollution, over-extraction, and climate change impacts
45. The Ganges River is significant for what reasons in India?
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A) Agricultural irrigation
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B) Holiest and most significant river
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C) Industrial water supply
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D) Flows through southern India
Answer: B) Holiest and most significant river
46. Which river in India is a major tributary of the Ganges and faces pollution challenges?
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A) Yamuna River
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B) Brahmaputra River
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C) Godavari River
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D) Krishna River
Answer: A) Yamuna River
47. Where does the Brahmaputra River flow, and what ecosystems does it support?
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A) Southern India; rainforests
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B) Northeastern India; diverse ecosystems
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C) Western India; deserts
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D) Central India; grasslands
Answer: B) Northeastern India; diverse ecosystems
48. Which river in India is the second-longest and is crucial for agriculture and industries?
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A) Godavari River
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B) Narmada River
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C) Krishna River
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D) Ganges River
Answer: A) Godavari River
49. The Cauvery River is a crucial water source for which Indian states?
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A) Maharashtra and Karnataka
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B) Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh
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C) Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
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D) Jammu and Kashmir
Answer: C) Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
50. Which river in India is a tributary of the Indus and is important for agriculture and hydropower?
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A) Chenab River
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B) Yamuna River
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C) Saraswati River
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D) Narmada River
Answer: A) Chenab River
51. What is the significance of the Saraswati River in Indian history and mythology?
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A) Active river supporting agriculture
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B) Longest river in India
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C) Historical and archaeological interest
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D) Source of drinking water
Answer: C) Historical and archaeological interest
52. Which Indian lake is located in Jammu and Kashmir and is known for its picturesque landscapes?
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A) Vembanad
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B) Dal Lake
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C) Chilika
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D) Bhakra Nangal
Answer: B) Dal Lake
53. Why is monsoon rainfall significant for India?
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A) Industrial growth
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B) Cultural festivals
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C) Agriculture, water replenishment, and groundwater recharge
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D) Urban development
Answer: C) Agriculture, water replenishment, and groundwater recharge
54. Which dam is mentioned as a significant contributor to water storage, irrigation, and hydropower generation in India?
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A) Bhakra Nangal Dam
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B) Hirakud Dam
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C) Sardar Sarovar Dam
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D) Tehri Dam
Answer: A) Bhakra Nangal Dam
55. What are the major challenges India faces in relation to water resources?
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A) Equal distribution of water resources
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B) Excessive water availability
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C) Climate change adaptation
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D) Water scarcity, pollution, and uneven distribution
Answer: D) Water scarcity, pollution, and uneven distribution
56. Which of the following is a staple crop grown in both China and India?
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A) Wheat
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B) Maize (Corn)
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C) Rice
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D) Soybeans
Answer: C) Rice
57. In livestock farming, which country is a significant producer of cattle?
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A) India
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B) Brazil
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C) China
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D) United States
Answer: B) Brazil
58. Where is the largest producer of poultry in the world located?
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A) China
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B) United States
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C) Brazil
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D) European Union
Answer: A) China
59. Which country is the largest producer of pigs globally?
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A) China
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B) European Union
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C) United States
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D) Brazil
Answer: A) China
60. What characterizes traditional agriculture in many developing countries?
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A) Large-scale commercial practices
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B) Emphasis on sustainable practices
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C) Focus on subsistence farming and small-scale agriculture
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D) Exclusive use of genetically modified crops
Answer: C) Focus on subsistence farming and small-scale agriculture
61. Which countries and entities are identified as key players in global agricultural trade?
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A) India, China, Brazil, Australia
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B) United States, Brazil, China, European Union
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C) Russia, United States, Canada, Japan
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D) India, European Union, Australia, Brazil
Answer: B) United States, Brazil, China, European Union
62. What are some challenges faced by global agriculture, as mentioned in the passage?
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A) Space exploration, industrialization, biodiversity loss
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B) Climate change, water abundance, technological advancements
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C) Soil degradation, equitable resource distribution, food security
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D) Population growth, air pollution, deforestation
Answer: C) Soil degradation, equitable resource distribution, food security
63. Which technological advancement is increasingly adopted in agriculture to enhance efficiency and productivity?
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A) Steam engines
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B) Precision agriculture using drones and sensors
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C) Telegraph communication
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D) Traditional plowing techniques
Answer: B) Precision agriculture using drones and sensors
64. In many developing countries, what is the role of smallholder farmers in food production?
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A) Minor contributors
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B) Not involved in agriculture
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C) Play a crucial role
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D) Specialized in cash crops
Answer: C) Play a crucial role
65. What is the predominant crop grown in states like West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, and Punjab in India?
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A) Wheat
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B) Millets
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C) Rice
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D) Pulses
Answer: C) Rice
66. Which states are major contributors to the cultivation of sugarcane in India?
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A) Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh
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B) Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh
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C) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka
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D) Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Karnataka
Answer: C) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka
67. In India, where is cotton mainly cultivated?
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A) Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab
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B) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka
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C) Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Karnataka
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D) West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh
Answer: A) Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab
68. Which Indian states significantly contribute to horticulture, including the production of fruits and vegetables?
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A) Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
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B) Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh
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C) West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala
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D) Gujarat, Odisha, Bihar
Answer: B) Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh
69. What types of crops are emphasized in horticulture in India, according to the passage?
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A) Only fruits
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B) Only vegetables
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C) Fruits and vegetables
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D) Medicinal plants only
Answer: C) Fruits and vegetables
70. What is the significance of livestock farming in Indian agriculture?
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A) It is not practiced in India
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B) Livestock farming is only prevalent in modern agriculture
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C) Livestock farming, including dairy farming, is integral to Indian agriculture
-
D) Livestock farming is limited to specific regions in India
Answer: C) Livestock farming, including dairy farming, is integral to Indian agriculture
71. Which states in India lead in dairy farming and contribute significantly to the country's milk production?
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A) Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
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B) Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat
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C) Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh
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D) West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar
Answer: B) Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat
72. What traditional farming practices are commonly used in India, especially in smaller landholdings?
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A) Only modern and mechanized farming
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B) Crop rotation, intercropping, and agroforestry
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C) Exclusive reliance on agroforestry
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D) Large-scale monoculture
Answer: B) Crop rotation, intercropping, and agroforestry
73. What challenges do farmers in India face due to small landholdings?
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A) Efficient water use
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B) Market access
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C) Water management
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D) Crop insurance
Answer: B) Market access
74. Which initiative by the Indian government aims to provide direct income support to farmers?
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A) Crop insurance
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B) Subsidies
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C) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
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D) Agricultural extension services
Answer: C) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
75. What is the focus of the growing interest in organic farming in India?
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A) Increased pesticide use
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B) Sustainable and environmentally friendly practices
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C) Large-scale monoculture
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D) Exclusive reliance on traditional farming methods
Answer: B) Sustainable and environmentally friendly practices
76. How does the agro-processing sector contribute to Indian agriculture?
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A) Agro-processing is not practiced in India
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B) Agro-processing creates unemployment
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C) Agro-processing adds value to agricultural products and creates employment opportunities
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D) Agro-processing only focuses on traditional crops
Answer: C) Agro-processing adds value to agricultural products and creates employment opportunities
77. What role do agricultural research institutions play in India?
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A) Research institutions focus only on pest-resistant crops
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B) Developing improved crop varieties, pest-resistant crops, and sustainable farming practices
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C) Research institutions only work on precision farming
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D) Technology adoption is not part of their focus
Answer: B) Developing improved crop varieties, pest-resistant crops, and sustainable farming practices
78. What is the emphasis of technology adoption in Indian agriculture?
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A) Precision farming
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B) Large-scale monoculture
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C) Exclusive use of traditional farming methods
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D) No emphasis on technology adoption
Answer: A) Precision farming
79. What is the overarching goal of ongoing efforts in Indian agriculture, as mentioned in the passage?
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A) Exclusive reliance on traditional farming methods
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B) Efficient water use
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C) To address challenges and enhance sustainability and productivity
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D) Large-scale monoculture
Answer: C) To address challenges and enhance sustainability and productivity
80. What is the primary habitat of the African Elephant?
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A) Arctic
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B) Rainforests
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C) Oceans
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D) Various habitats across Africa
Answer: D) Various habitats across Africa
81. Which big cat is native to the Indian subcontinent and is often found in national parks and reserves?
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A) African Elephant
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B) Bengal Tiger
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C) Polar Bear
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D) Giant Panda
Answer: B) Bengal Tiger
82. What environment are Polar Bears adapted to, and what are they dependent on for their survival?
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A) Rainforests, dependent on trees
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B) Arctic, dependent on sea ice
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C) Oceans, dependent on coral reefs
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D) Grasslands, dependent on migratory herds
Answer: B) Arctic, dependent on sea ice
83. Where are Giant Pandas primarily native, known for their distinctive black and white fur?
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A) Australia
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B) China
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C) North and South America
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D) Indonesian islands
Answer: B) China
84. What is the Great White Shark known for, and where is it found?
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A) Distinctive hopping movement, found in Australia
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B) Role in popular culture, found in rainforests
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C) Long-distance migration, found in North and South America
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D) Large predatory shark, found in oceans worldwide
Answer: D) Large predatory shark, found in oceans worldwide
85. Which continent is the native habitat of Kangaroos, known for their powerful hind legs and hopping movement?
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A) Asia
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B) Africa
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C) North America
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D) Australia
Answer: D) Australia
86. Where are Orangutans native, and what is their conservation status?
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A) Native to Africa, not endangered
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B) Native to Borneo and Sumatra, critically endangered
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C) Native to Arctic, vulnerable
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D) Native to South America, near threatened
Answer: B) Native to Borneo and Sumatra, critically endangered
87. What is distinctive about Monarch Butterflies, and in which continents are they found?
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A) Known for their hopping movement, found in Asia
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B) Known for their long-distance migration, found in Europe and Australia
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C) Predatory sharks, found in oceans worldwide
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D) Largest animal on Earth, found in Africa
Answer: B) Known for their long-distance migration, found in North and South America
88. Where are Blue Whales found, and what is their notable characteristic?
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A) Rainforests, known for distinctive fur
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B) Oceans worldwide, known for long-distance migration
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C) Arctic, dependent on sea ice
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D) Deserts, known for powerful hind legs
Answer: B) Oceans worldwide, known for being the largest animal on Earth
89. Where are Komodo Dragons found, and what is their status among living lizards?
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A) Found in South America, critically endangered
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B) Found in North America, near threatened
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C) Found on Indonesian islands, world's largest living lizards
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D) Found in Australia, vulnerable
Answer: C) Found on Indonesian islands, world's largest living lizards
90. Where are Galápagos Tortoises native, and what are they known for?
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A) Native to Africa, known for their long necks
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B) Native to the Galápagos Islands, known for their long lifespan and unique shell shapes
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C) Native to Southeast Asia, known for their acrobatic behaviors
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D) Native to the Arctic, known for their distinctive songs
Answer: B) Native to the Galápagos Islands, known for their long lifespan and unique shell shapes
91. In which regions do Snow Leopards inhabit, and what is a notable characteristic of these big cats?
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A) Inhabit rainforests, known for their long necks
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B) Inhabit mountainous regions in Central and South Asia, known for their acrobatic behaviors
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C) Inhabit deserts, known for their distinctive songs
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D) Inhabit grasslands, known for their long lifespan
Answer: B) Inhabit mountainous regions in Central and South Asia, elusive big cats
92. Where are Giraffes native, and what distinguishes them as the world's tallest mammals?
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A) Native to Southeast Asia, known for their acrobatic behaviors
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B) Native to Africa, known for their long necks
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C) Native to Australia, known for their distinctive songs
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D) Native to the Arctic, known for their long lifespan
Answer: B) Native to Africa, known for their long necks
93. Where are Humpback Whales found, and what are they known for?
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A) Found in oceans worldwide, known for their long lifespan
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B) Found in rainforests, known for their acrobatic behaviors
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C) Found in deserts, known for their distinctive songs
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D) Found in oceans worldwide, known for acrobatic behaviors and distinctive songs
Answer: D) Found in oceans worldwide, known for acrobatic behaviors and distinctive songs
94. Where is the Golden Poison Dart Frog native, and what distinguishes it in terms of toxicity?
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A) Native to Southeast Asia, known for their acrobatic behaviors
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B) Native to western Colombia, one of the most poisonous animals in the world
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C) Native to Africa, known for their long necks
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D) Native to the Arctic, known for their long lifespan
Answer: B) Native to western Colombia, one of the most poisonous animals in the world
95. Which Indian state is home to the majority of the world's Bengal tiger population?
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A) Rajasthan
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B) Assam
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C) Gujarat
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D) Various national parks and reserves
Answer: D) Various national parks and reserves
96. Where is the Indian Lion (Asiatic lion) found in India?
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A) Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat
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B) Western Ghats
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C) Himalayan region
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D) Northeastern state of Assam
Answer: A) Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat
97. In which regions are Indian Gaurs, the largest extant bovine, commonly found?
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A) Himalayan region
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B) Western Ghats
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C) Northeastern state of Assam
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D) Southeast Asia and Sumatra
Answer: B) Western Ghats and some other regions
98. What type of habitat is the Indian Wolf primarily found in?
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A) Rainforests
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B) Deserts
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C) Grasslands and scrublands
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D) Coastal areas
Answer: C) Grasslands and scrublands
99. Where is the Sloth Bear found in India?
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A) Himalayan region
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B) Central and southern regions, particularly in forests
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C) Little Rann of Kutch
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D) Eastern Himalayas
Answer: B) Central and southern regions, particularly in forests
100. What is the native region of the Red Panda in India?
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A) Western Ghats
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B) Little Rann of Kutch
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C) Eastern Himalayas, states of Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh
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D) Central and northern India
Answer: C) Eastern Himalayas, states of Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh
101. Where can the Indian Wild Ass be found?
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A) Little Rann of Kutch in Gujarat and the Rann of Kutch in Rajasthan
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B) Western Ghats
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C) Himalayan region
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D) Coastal areas
Answer: A) Little Rann of Kutch in Gujarat and the Rann of Kutch in Rajasthan
102. What is another name for the Barasingha, and where is it found in India?
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A) Indian Pangolin, found in various habitats
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B) Sloth Bear, found in the central and southern regions
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C) Swamp deer, found in central and northern India
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D) Ganges River Dolphin, inhabiting river systems
Answer: C) Swamp deer, found in central and northern India
103. In which type of habitats can the Indian Pangolin be found?
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A) Rainforests
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B) Coastal areas
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C) Grasslands and scrublands
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D) Various habitats, including forests and grasslands
Answer: D) Various habitats, including forests and grasslands
104. Where does the Ganges River Dolphin inhabit?
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A) Himalayan region
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B) Deserts
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C) Ganges and Brahmaputra river systems
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D) Coastal areas
Answer: C) Ganges and Brahmaputra river systems
105. What is the significance of Yellowstone National Park?
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A) Known for its coastal areas and diverse ecosystems
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B) First national park in the world, known for geothermal features and wildlife
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C) Famous for the annual migration of wildebeest and zebras
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D) Notable for its rainforests and Old Faithful geyser
Answer: B) First national park in the world, known for geothermal features and wildlife
106. What is Serengeti National Park in Tanzania famous for?
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A) Geothermal features and wildlife
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B) Coastal areas and diverse ecosystems
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C) Annual migration of wildebeest and zebras
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D) Grasslands and scrublands
Answer: C) Annual migration of wildebeest and zebras
107. What is the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park known for?
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A) Vast rainforest ecosystem
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B) Glaciers and diverse wildlife
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C) Largest coral reef system with vibrant marine life
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D) Diverse bird species
Answer: C) Largest coral reef system with vibrant marine life
108. Why are the Galápagos Islands significant?
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A) Rocky Mountains and diverse wildlife
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B) Rich biodiversity, including the Big Five
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C) Home to North America's highest peak, Denali
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D) UNESCO World Heritage Site with unique wildlife like giant tortoises
Answer: D) UNESCO World Heritage Site with unique wildlife like giant tortoises
109. Where is Banff National Park located, and what is its feature?
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A) South Africa, diverse landscapes
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B) Australia, cultural significance
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C) Rocky Mountains, stunning landscapes, glaciers, and wildlife
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D) Brazil, vast rainforest ecosystem
Answer: C) Rocky Mountains, stunning landscapes, glaciers, and wildlife
110. What makes Kruger National Park in South Africa famous?
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A) Highest peak, Denali
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B) Diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity, including the Big Five
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C) Renowned for fjords and wildlife observation
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D) UNESCO World Heritage Site with diverse ecosystems
Answer: B) Diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity, including the Big Five
111. What characterizes the Amazon Rainforest?
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A) Rocky Mountains and diverse wildlife
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B) Vast rainforest ecosystem
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C) North America's highest peak, Denali
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D) Glaciers and diverse wildlife
Answer: B) Vast rainforest ecosystem
112. Where is Denali National Park located, and what is its feature?
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A) Alaska, home to North America's highest peak, Denali
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B) Australia, cultural significance
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C) Norway, stunning landscapes and wildlife observation
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D) South Africa, diverse landscapes
Answer: A) Alaska, home to North America's highest peak, Denali
113. What is the main attraction of Grand Canyon National Park?
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A) Tropical wetlands
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B) Natural lakes (villus)
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C) Geological marvel - the Grand Canyon
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D) Largest mangrove forest
Answer: C) Geological marvel - the Grand Canyon
114. Which area is renowned as one of the world's largest tropical wetlands?
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A) Wilpattu National Park (Sri Lanka)
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B) Pantanal Conservation Area (Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia)
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C) Sundarbans National Park (West Bengal)
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D) Ranthambore National Park (Rajasthan)
Answer: B) Pantanal Conservation Area (Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia)
115. What is the distinctive feature of Wilpattu National Park in Sri Lanka?
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A) Bengal tigers and diverse bird species
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B) Natural lakes (villus)
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C) Geological marvel - the Grand Canyon
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D) Historic Ranthambore Fort
Answer: B) Natural lakes (villus) and diverse wildlife, including leopards, elephants, and sloth bears
116. What makes Kaziranga National Park in Assam a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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A) Home to Bengal tigers
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B) Largest mangrove forest
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C) Population of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses, tigers, and elephants
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D) Only natural habitat of the Asiatic lion
Answer: C) Population of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses, tigers, and elephants
117. What is the unique feature of Sundarbans National Park in West Bengal?
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A) Natural lakes (villus)
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B) Largest mangrove forest
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C) Geological marvel - the Grand Canyon
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D) Historic Ranthambore Fort
Answer: B) Largest mangrove forest in the world, home to Bengal tigers, saltwater crocodiles, and a variety of bird species
118. Why is Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat significant?
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A) Home to Bengal tigers
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B) Only natural habitat of the Asiatic lion
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C) Population of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses, tigers, and elephants
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D) Known for its historic Ranthambore Fort
Answer: B) Only natural habitat of the Asiatic lion
119. What makes Bandipur National Park in Karnataka unique?
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A) UNESCO World Heritage Site
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B) Home to snow leopards
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C) Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, known for tigers, elephants, and diverse flora
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D) Famous for its bird sanctuary
Answer: C) Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, known for tigers, elephants, and diverse flora
120. What makes Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand renowned?
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A) A UNESCO World Heritage Site
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B) Famous for Periyar Lake
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C) Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
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D) Known for its diverse alpine flora and vibrant meadows
Answer: D) A UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its diverse alpine flora and vibrant meadows