08-09-2023 MCQs Test English

1. Consider the following statements with respect to Kuno National Park.

1. It is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
2. Recently 12 cheetahs from Namibia relocated into this National park.

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2. Consider the following statements with respect to Kuno National Park.

1. It derives its name fromKuno River.
2. In 2018, it was given the status of a national park.
3. It is part of the Khathiar-Gir dry deciduous forests ecoregion.

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3. Consider the following statements with respect to rhododendrons in India.

1. The flowering season for rhododendrons starts in March and continues till May.
2. The phenology of rhododendrons can be an important indicator of climate change.

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4. Consider the following statements regarding rhododendrons in India.

1. Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas comprise only 0.3% of India’s geographical area but the region is home to one­third of all rhododendron types.
2. They were first recorded by Captain Hardwick in Jammu and Kashmir in 1776 where he spotted Rhododendron arboreum.

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5. Consider the following statements with respect to Avian influenza.

1. It refers to the disease caused by infection with avian (bird) influenza (flu) Type A viruses.
2. These viruses naturally spread among wild aquatic birds worldwide and can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species.

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