National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries MCQs

Assam General Knowledge – Module 6: Assam Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity MCQs

Topic: National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries of Assam MCQs

I. Introduction to Protected Areas

1. The primary objective of establishing National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in Assam is to:

A. Promote industrial growth
B. Protect biodiversity and wildlife habitats
C. Increase urbanisation
D. Expand agricultural land

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Protected areas are created to conserve flora, fauna, and ecological balance, especially endangered species.

2. Which authority is mainly responsible for managing National Parks in Assam?

A. District Administration
B. Assam Forest Department
C. Archaeological Survey of India
D. State Revenue Department

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Assam Forest Department manages and protects wildlife reserves.

II. Major National Parks of Assam

3. Which National Park of Assam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

A. Manas National Park
B. Kaziranga National Park
C. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
D. Orang National Park

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Kaziranga is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the one-horned rhinoceros.

4. Kaziranga National Park is located mainly in which river basin?

A. Barak River
B. Subansiri River
C. Brahmaputra River
D. Kopili River

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Kaziranga lies in the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River.

5. Kaziranga National Park is best known for conserving which animal?

A. Royal Bengal Tiger
B. Asian Elephant
C. One-horned Rhinoceros
D. Snow Leopard

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Kaziranga hosts the largest population of the one-horned rhinoceros in the world.

6. Which National Park of Assam lies on the Indo-Bhutan border?

A. Orang National Park
B. Nameri National Park
C. Manas National Park
D. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Manas National Park extends along the India–Bhutan international boundary.

7. Manas National Park is recognised as:

A. Biosphere Reserve only
B. Tiger Reserve only
C. World Heritage Site, Biosphere Reserve, and Tiger Reserve
D. Bird Sanctuary only

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Manas enjoys multiple international and national conservation statuses.

8. Orang National Park is located on the northern bank of which river?

A. Barak
B. Brahmaputra
C. Jia-Bharali
D. Dhansiri

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Orang National Park lies along the northern bank of the Brahmaputra.

9. Orang National Park is often referred to as the:

A. Mini Kaziranga
B. Mini Manas
C. Eastern Corbett
D. Assam Sundarbans

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
Due to similar wildlife, Orang is called Mini Kaziranga.

10. Which National Park of Assam is famous for riverine islands and wetlands?

A. Nameri
B. Manas
C. Orang
D. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
Dibru-Saikhowa is known for river islands, wetlands, and grasslands.

III. Wildlife Sanctuaries of Assam

11. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for:

A. Migratory birds
B. Wild buffalo
C. One-horned rhinoceros
D. Swamp deer

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Pobitora has a very high density of one-horned rhinoceros.

12. Which sanctuary is considered a major bird habitat in Assam?

A. Hoollongapar
B. Chakrashila
C. Deepor Beel
D. Bornadi

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Deepor Beel is a Ramsar wetland and bird sanctuary near Guwahati.

13. Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for conserving:

A. Tiger
B. Golden Langur
C. Elephant
D. Rhinoceros

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Chakrashila is the only protected area for the Golden Langur in Assam.

14. Which Wildlife Sanctuary is known as Assam’s only primate sanctuary?

A. Chakrashila
B. Bornadi
C. Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary
D. Sonai Rupai

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Hoollongapar is dedicated to Hoolock Gibbons and other primates.

15. Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which district?

A. Dhemaji
B. Sonitpur
C. Kokrajhar
D. Dibrugarh

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Sonai Rupai lies in Sonitpur district, close to Arunachal Pradesh.

IV. Species & Biodiversity

16. Which National Park of Assam is a major habitat of the Bengal Tiger?

A. Kaziranga
B. Manas
C. Orang
D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
All these parks support Bengal tiger populations.

17. Assam’s National Parks are part of which biodiversity hotspot?

A. Western Ghats
B. Himalaya
C. Indo-Burma
D. Sundarbans

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Assam falls under the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot.

18. Which species is commonly protected in riverine habitats of Assam?

A. Snow leopard
B. Gangetic dolphin
C. Red panda
D. Wild yak

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Gangetic dolphin inhabits the Brahmaputra river system.

V. Conservation Status & Protection

19. National Parks differ from Wildlife Sanctuaries because National Parks:

A. Allow hunting
B. Permit private ownership
C. Have stricter protection norms
D. Allow large settlements

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
National Parks have stricter legal protection than sanctuaries.

20. Floods in Assam’s National Parks are ecologically important because they:

A. Destroy habitats only
B. Enrich soil and grasslands
C. Reduce biodiversity
D. Stop animal movement

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Seasonal floods rejuvenate grasslands and wetlands.

21. Which park is significantly affected by annual Brahmaputra floods?

A. Manas
B. Nameri
C. Kaziranga
D. Deepor Beel

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Kaziranga’s ecology is shaped by annual flooding.

VI. Recent & Integrated Understanding

22. Which National Park is known for eco-tourism and river rafting?

A. Kaziranga
B. Orang
C. Nameri National Park
D. Dibru-Saikhowa

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Nameri is popular for eco-tourism and Jia-Bharali river rafting.

23. Protected areas in Assam also help in:

A. Cultural preservation
B. Climate regulation and ecosystem services
C. Urban expansion
D. Mining

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
They support climate balance, water cycles, and carbon storage.

24. The conservation of wildlife in Assam directly supports:

A. Industrial growth
B. Sustainable development
C. Political administration
D. Population growth

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Biodiversity conservation is key to sustainable development.

VII. Exam-Oriented Understanding

25. Which National Park was once listed as “World Heritage Site in Danger”?

A. Kaziranga
B. Orang
C. Dibru-Saikhowa
D. Manas

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
Manas was once listed due to insurgency and habitat loss, later restored.

26. Wildlife Sanctuaries in Assam mainly help in:

A. Complete ban on human activity
B. Controlled conservation and habitat protection
C. Large-scale tourism only
D. Industrial expansion

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Sanctuaries allow regulated conservation.

27. Assam has high wildlife diversity mainly because of:

A. Desert climate
B. Rich river systems and forests
C. Industrial belts
D. Coastal plains

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Rivers, wetlands, and forests support rich biodiversity.

28. Which animal is both culturally and ecologically significant in Assam?

A. Camel
B. Rhinoceros
C. Yak
D. Horse

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The one-horned rhinoceros is a symbol of Assam.

29. Studying National Parks & Sanctuaries helps aspirants understand:

A. Only geography
B. Ecology, biodiversity, and conservation
C. Industrial economy
D. Urban planning

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
This topic integrates environment, ecology, and policy.

30. National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries of Assam together represent:

A. Natural heritage
B. Cultural heritage
C. Industrial assets
D. Political boundaries

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
They form Assam’s natural heritage, preserved for future generations.

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🔹 Master Assam Environment with National Parks & Wildlife MCQs

These National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries of Assam MCQs are prepared in strict alignment with the Assam-specific General Knowledge curriculum, ensuring maximum relevance for competitive examinations and academic assessments. The questions comprehensively cover Kaziranga, Manas, Orang, Nameri, Dibru-Saikhowa National Parks; major wildlife sanctuaries such as Pobitora, Deepor Beel, Chakrashila, Hoollongapar; key species like the one-horned rhinoceros, tiger, golden langur, gibbons; biodiversity hotspots, riverine ecosystems, conservation challenges, and protection measures, supported by clear and concept-oriented explanations.

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These Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) are specially designed for APSC, UPSC, Assam Police, TET, Forest, Banking, Grade III & IV, and other competitive examinations. They are equally relevant for Assam school examinations, CBSE board exams, and college and university-level assessments across Assam, making them a reliable and exam-ready study resource.

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🔹 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What topics are covered under National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries of Assam MCQs?
These MCQs cover all major national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, Ramsar wetlands, protected species, biodiversity hotspots, river ecosystems, and conservation issues of Assam.

Q2. Are these MCQs useful for APSC and Assam Forest exams?
Yes. These MCQs are strictly aligned with the Assam-specific Environment & Ecology syllabus and are highly useful for APSC, Assam Forest, Assam Police, and other state-level competitive examinations.

Q3. Do these MCQs include questions on Kaziranga and Manas National Parks?
Yes. The MCQs include frequently asked exam-oriented questions on Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Orang, Nameri, and Dibru-Saikhowa.

Q4. Are these MCQs suitable for Assam school and CBSE students?
Absolutely. These MCQs are equally relevant for Assam school exams, CBSE board exams, and college or university-level assessments, especially in environment, geography, and GK subjects.

Q5. How do Wildlife & National Park MCQs help in competitive exam preparation?
They improve understanding of biodiversity, conservation policies, ecological processes, and species distribution, which are essential for scoring well in Assam Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity sections.