Odisha, nestled on the eastern coast of India, is blessed with rich biodiversity and natural beauty. Its national parks and wildlife sanctuaries are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making them significant conservation areas. Aspiring candidates for various competitive exams in Odisha, such as OSSSC RI, ARI, Amin, SFS, and ICDS Supervisor, need to be well-versed with the state’s natural heritage. This article presents multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to help candidates prepare effectively for these exams.
Top 30 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in Odisha MCQs For OSSSC RI,ARI, Amin, SFS, ICDS Supervisor
- What is the primary purpose of a national park?
a) To promote urban development
b) To conserve natural ecosystems
c) To facilitate industrial expansion
d) To encourage hunting and fishing activities
Answer: b) To conserve natural ecosystems - When was Bhitarkanika National Park established?
a) 1985
b) 1998
c) 2005
d) 2010
Answer: b) 1998 - What is the total area covered by Bhitarkanika National Park?
a) 100 sq km
b) 200 sq km
c) 145 sq km
d) 50 sq km
Answer: c) 145 sq km - Which district is Bhitarkanika National Park located in?
a) Cuttack
b) Kendrapara
c) Puri
d) Bhubaneswar
Answer: b) Kendrapara - What are some of the important fauna species found in Bhitarkanika National Park?
a) Lion, Tiger, Elephant
b) Crocodile, King Cobra, Indian Python
c) Deer, Rabbit, Squirrel
d) Peacock, Parrot, Sparrow
Answer: b) Crocodile, King Cobra, Indian Python - Where is the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve located?
A. Mayurbhanj district
B. Angul district
C. Sundergarh district
D. Puri district
Answer: B. Angul district - When did the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve come into existence?
A. 1994
B. 2002
C. 2007
D. 2010
Answer: B. 2002 - Which of the following districts does Mahanadi Elephant Reserve border?
A. Angul, Cuttack, Nayagarh, Kandhamal, and Dhenkanal
B. Mayurbhanj, Balangir, Kendujhar, Jharsuguda, and Bhadrak
C. Ganjam, Puri, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, and Khordha
D. Sambalpur, Sundargarh, and Jharsuguda
Answer: A. Angul, Cuttack, Nayagarh, Kandhamal, and Dhenkanal - What is the total area covered by the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve?
A. 427 sq km
B. 963.87 sq km
C. 1,038 sq km
D. 4,374 sq km
Answer: C. 1,038 sq km - Which of the following wildlife divisions is not part of the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve?
A. Satkosi Wildlife Division
B. Mahanadi Wildlife Division
C. Simlipal Wildlife Division
D. Athamalik Forest Division
Answer: C. Simlipal Wildlife Division - How many elephant reserves are there in Odisha?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer: B. 2 - Which river does the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve derive its name from?
A. Brahmaputra
B. Ganges
C. Mahanadi
D. Godavari
Answer: C. Mahanadi - What endangered species can be found in the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve?
A. Bengal Tiger
B. Gharial
C. Snow Leopard
D. Red Panda
Answer: B. Gharial - What type of forests are predominant in the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve?
A. Rainforests
B. Desert Scrub
C. Moist Deciduous Forests
D. Coniferous Forests
Answer: C. Moist Deciduous Forests - Which of the following bird species is not found in the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve?
A. Hornbills
B. Peafowl
C. Penguins
D. River Tern
Answer: C. Penguins - In which district is Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary located?
A) Kendrapara
B) Puri
C) Cuttack
D) Khordha
Answer: B) Puri - When was Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary established?
A) 1972
B) 1984
C) 1990
D) 2001
Answer: B) 1984 - What is the approximate area covered by Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary?
A) 45.32 sq km
B) 61.84 sq km
C) 71.72 sq km
D) 83.96 sq km
Answer: C) 71.72 sq km - Which animal is considered the ideal habitat of the Chousingha in Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary?
A) Black Buck
B) Spotted Deer
C) Monkey
D) Hyena
Answer: A) Black Buck - What are some important features of Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary?
A) Dense tropical rainforests
B) Arid desert landscape
C) Dry deciduous mixed forests with rich wildlife
D) Snow-capped mountains
Answer: C) Dry deciduous mixed forests with rich wildlife - Which famous dam reservoir is located in the Western region of Odisha?
A) Rourkela Dam
B) Hirakud Dam
C) Sambalpur Dam
D) Bargarh Dam
Answer: B) Hirakud Dam - What type of forest tree vegetation is predominant in the Western region of Odisha?
A) Teak Forests
B) Sal Forests
C) Pine Forests
D) Tropical Dry Deciduous forests
Answer: D) Tropical Dry Deciduous forests - Which hill range in the Western region of Odisha is renowned for its rich medicinal flora?
A) Similipal Hill Range
B) Mahendragiri Hill Range
C) Gandhamardan Hill Range
D) Niyamgiri Hill Range
Answer: C) Gandhamardan Hill Range - What type of forest cover can be found in the Western region of Odisha?
A) Evergreen Forests
B) Mangrove Forests
C) Semi-Evergreen Forests
D) Tropical Rainforests
Answer: C) Semi-Evergreen Forests - Which forest range is famous for its large wildlife population in the Western region of Odisha?
A) Badarama Forest Range
B) Similipal Forest Range
C) Lakhari Valley Sanctuary
D) Chandaka Forest Range
Answer: C) Lakhari Valley Sanctuary - When did Simlipal Tiger Reserve come into existence?
A) 1956
B) 1966
C) 1976
D) 1986
Answer: A) 1956 - Which district of Odisha is Simlipal Tiger Reserve located in?
A) Sundargarh
B) Mayurbhanj
C) Keonjhar
D) Balasore
Answer: B) Mayurbhanj - What is the approximate area covered by Simlipal Tiger Reserve?
A) 1,500 sq km
B) 2,250 sq km
C) 2,750 sq km
D) 3,000 sq km
Answer: C) 2,750 sq km - In which year was Simlipal Tiger Reserve selected for implementation of the first phase of Project Tiger?
A) 1963
B) 1973
C) 1983
D) 1993
Answer: B) 1973 - Which of the following species is NOT found in Simlipal Tiger Reserve according to the passage?
A) Leopard
B) Elephant
C) Tiger
D) Rhino
Answer: D) Rhino
