Forests and Wildlife of Western Ghats - Round 2

Which of the following is/are true about Western Ghats?

• Only 1

• Only 1 and 2

• Only 2 and 3

• 1,2 and 3

The Western Ghats are located in which of the following countries?

• Nepal

• India

• Bhutan

• Sri Lanka

What is the main reason for the Western Ghats being classified as a biodiversity hotspot?

• Presence of endemic species

• High altitude

• Cultural significance

• Mining resources

Which of the following states does NOT have a part of the Western Ghats?

• Karnataka

• Tamil Nadu

• Kerala

• Rajasthan

What percentage of India's flowering plants are found in the Western Ghats?

• 20%

• 30%

• 50%

• 60%

Which of the following species is endemic to the Western Ghats?

• Bengal Tiger

• Nilgiri Tahr

• Indian Elephant

• Asiatic Lion

Which river originates from the Western Ghats?

• Yamuna

• Ganges

• Godavari

• Kaveri

What is one of the significant threats to the biodiversity of the Western Ghats?

• Overgrazing

• Urbanization

• Industrialization

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a wildlife sanctuary located in the Western Ghats?

• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

• Silent Valley National Park

• Manas National Park

• Bandipur National Park

The Western Ghats play a crucial role in which of the following ecological processes?

• Carbon sequestration

• Water cycling

• Soil erosion control

• All of the above