MCQs on The Geography of India’s Rainforests: Conservation Challenges

Which of the following states in India has a significant area of rainforest?
- A) Punjab
- B) Gujarat
- C) Kerala
- D) Rajasthan
  Answer: C) Kerala
The Western Ghats are recognized as one of the world’s eight “hottest hotspots” of biological diversity. What percentage of India’s biodiversity is found here?
- A) 50%
- B) 60%
- C) 70%
- D) 80%
  Answer: B) 60%
Which of the following is a major threat to India’s rainforests?
- A) Industrialization
- B) Afforestation
- C) Eco-tourism
- D) Traditional farming
  Answer: A) Industrialization
The Sundarbans, a famous rainforest in India, is primarily located in which state?
- A) Andhra Pradesh
- B) West Bengal
- C) Tamil Nadu
- D) Maharashtra
  Answer: B) West Bengal
Which of the following is NOT a type of rainforest found in India?
- A) Tropical Rainforest
- B) Temperate Rainforest
- C) Coniferous Rainforest
- D) Desert Rainforest
  Answer: D) Desert Rainforest
What is the primary climate type found in India’s rainforests?
- A) Arid
- B) Tropical
- C) Continental
- D) Polar
  Answer: B) Tropical
Which of the following conservation measures is essential for protecting India’s rainforests?
- A) Deforestation
- B) National parks and wildlife sanctuaries
- C) Urbanization
- D) Monoculture farming
  Answer: B) National parks and wildlife sanctuaries
Which Indian state is known for its tropical evergreen rainforests?
- A) Himachal Pradesh
- B) Chhattisgarh
- C) Uttarakhand
- D) Kerala
  Answer: D) Kerala
What is the significance of the Western Ghats as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
- A) Historical significance
- B) Cultural importance
- C) Biodiversity conservation
- D) Economic development
  Answer: C) Biodiversity conservation
The deforestation rate in India’s rainforests is primarily driven by which of the following activities?
- A) Agricultural expansion
- B) Tourism
- C) Fishing
- D) Education
  Answer: A) Agricultural expansion
Which of the following is a key species found in the rainforests of India?
- A) Bengal Tiger
- B) Asiatic Lion
- C) Snow Leopard
- D) Indian Elephant
  Answer: D) Indian Elephant
The term “shifting cultivation” is commonly associated with which of the following practices?
- A) Intensive agriculture
- B) Sustainable forestry
- C) Deforestation for crop production
- D) Urban gardening
  Answer: C) Deforestation for crop production
Which biome is characterized by high rainfall, high humidity, and high biodiversity?
- A) Desert
- B) Temperate forest
- C) Rainforest
- D) Tundra
  Answer: C) Rainforest
What type of soil is typically found in India’s rainforests?
- A) Sandy soil
- B) Loamy soil
- C) Laterite soil
- D) Clayey soil
  Answer: C) Laterite soil
Which organization is primarily responsible for wildlife conservation in India?
- A) Forest Survey of India
- B) Wildlife Institute of India
- C) Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education
- D) National Biodiversity Authority
  Answer: B) Wildlife Institute of India
The rainforest ecosystem contributes to climate regulation by:
- A) Increasing carbon dioxide levels
- B) Reducing soil erosion
- C) Enhancing biodiversity
- D) Sequestering carbon
  Answer: D) Sequestering carbon
Which of the following practices can help conserve rainforest biodiversity?
- A) Monoculture farming
- B) Agroforestry
- C) Urban development
- D) Overfishing
  Answer: B) Agroforestry
What is the role of rainforests in the water cycle?
- A) They reduce precipitation
- B) They contribute to transpiration
- C) They block water flow
- D) They increase evaporation
  Answer: B) They contribute to transpiration
Which of the following is a major ecological function of rainforests?
- A) Soil depletion
- B) Biodiversity conservation
- C) Urban expansion
- D) Water pollution
  Answer: B) Biodiversity conservation
The biodiversity hotspots in India are primarily located in which regions?
- A) Northern plains
- B) Coastal areas
- C) Western Ghats and Northeast India
- D) Central India
  Answer: C) Western Ghats and Northeast India
Which of the following is a significant challenge to the conservation of India’s rainforests?
- A) Awareness programs
- B) Ecotourism
- C) Illegal logging
- D) Organic farming
  Answer: C) Illegal logging
Which government initiative focuses on the restoration of degraded forest lands in India?
- A) National River Conservation Plan
- B) National Afforestation Programme
- C) National Biodiversity Action Plan
- D) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
  Answer: B) National Afforestation Programme
Which of the following is NOT a rainforest in India?
- A) Silent Valley National Park
- B) Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- C) Jim Corbett National Park
- D) Manas National Park
  Answer: C) Jim Corbett National Park
The primary purpose of establishing wildlife sanctuaries in rainforest areas is to:
- A) Promote tourism
- B) Preserve biodiversity
- C) Increase agricultural land
- D) Facilitate industrial growth
  Answer: B) Preserve biodiversity
Which of the following practices can harm the ecosystem of rainforests?
- A) Sustainable logging
- B) Reforestation
- C) Deforestation for agriculture
- D) Community-based conservation
  Answer: C) Deforestation for agriculture
What is the primary factor influencing the distribution of rainforest vegetation in India?
- A) Soil type
- B) Temperature
- C) Precipitation
- D) Wind patterns
  Answer: C) Precipitation
Which region in India is famous for its rainforests and diverse flora and fauna?
- A) Thar Desert
- B) Himalayan region
- C) Western Ghats
- D) Indo-Gangetic plains
  Answer: C) Western Ghats
Which of the following is a significant benefit of conserving rainforests?
- A) Increased industrialization
- B) Enhanced tourism
- C) Climate regulation
- D) Urban expansion
  Answer: C) Climate regulation
Which government program aims to create awareness about wildlife conservation in India?
- A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
- B) National Wildlife Action Plan
- C) Swachh Bharat Mission
- D) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
  Answer: B) National Wildlife Action Plan
The Rainforest Research Institute, located in India, primarily focuses on:
- A) Urban development
- B) Agricultural research
- C) Forest conservation and management
- D) Industrial development
  Answer: C) Forest conservation and management

These MCQs cover a range of topics related to the geography, biodiversity, and conservation challenges faced by India’s rainforests, making them suitable for Civil Services Examination preparation.

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