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Which forest in Gujarat is the last remaining habitat of the Asiatic lion?
Which forest in Gujarat is the last remaining habitat of the Asiatic lion?
Gir forest
What is the only representative of a variety of crocodile found in the world today?
What is the only representative of a variety of crocodile found in the world today?
Gharial
Which region in India is home to a hardy range of animals that survive in extreme cold?
Which region in India is home to a hardy range of animals that survive in extreme cold?
Himalayan region
What type of animal is the yak, found in Ladakh's freezing high altitudes?
What type of animal is the yak, found in Ladakh's freezing high altitudes?
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Name a bird species found in the forests and wetlands of India.
Name a bird species found in the forests and wetlands of India.
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What type of animals are important among animals of prey?
What type of animals are important among animals of prey?
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Which Indian biosphere reserve is famous for its Sundari trees and is included in the world network of biosphere reserves?
Which Indian biosphere reserve is famous for its Sundari trees and is included in the world network of biosphere reserves?
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Name the biosphere reserve in India that is home to the highest peak in the country, Kangchendzonga.
Name the biosphere reserve in India that is home to the highest peak in the country, Kangchendzonga.
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Which biosphere reserve in India is situated in the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its marine biodiversity?
Which biosphere reserve in India is situated in the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its marine biodiversity?
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Which Indian biosphere reserve is famous for its great variety of flora and fauna and is recognized by UNESCO?
Which Indian biosphere reserve is famous for its great variety of flora and fauna and is recognized by UNESCO?
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In which biosphere reserve in India can you find the Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird species?
In which biosphere reserve in India can you find the Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird species?
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Which Indian biosphere reserve is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is known for its rich biodiversity and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Which Indian biosphere reserve is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is known for its rich biodiversity and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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What are some medicinal plants used by local people in India?
What are some medicinal plants used by local people in India?
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Identify the type of forest shown in the picture.
Identify the type of forest shown in the picture.
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What are some animals found in the hot wet forests of India?
What are some animals found in the hot wet forests of India?
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How many species of birds are found in India?
How many species of birds are found in India?
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What percentage of the world's total bird species are found in India?
What percentage of the world's total bird species are found in India?
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When was the Wildlife Protection Act implemented in India?
When was the Wildlife Protection Act implemented in India?
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