Q. Weather refers to:
a). The average condition of the atmosphere over a long period
b). The day-to-day changes in the atmosphere
c). The permanent condition of climate
d). The condition of soil in a region
Answer: b).The day-to-day changes in the atmosphere
Explanation: Weather means daily changes in temperature, rainfall, sunshine, wind, etc.
Q. How many main seasons are there in India?
a). Two
b). Three
c). Four
d). Five
Answer: c). Four
Explanation: India has winter, summer, rainy season, and retreating monsoon.
Q. Match the following seasons of India with the months in which they occur:
1. Cold Weather (winter) Season
2. Hot Weather (Summer) Season
3. South-West Monsoon (Rainy) Season
4. Retreating Monsoon (Autumn) Season
a). March – May
b). June – September
c). December – February
d). October – November
Options:
a). 1 → a, 2 → b, 3 → c, 4 → d
b). 1 → c, 2 → a, 3 → b, 4 → d
c). 1 → d, 2 → b, 3 → a, 4 → c
d). 1 → b, 2 → c, 3 → d, 4 → a
Answer: b). 1 → c, 2 → a, 3 → b, 4 → d
Q. Retreating monsoon season is also known as:
a). Cold weather season
b). Transition season
c). Pre-monsoon season
d). Post-monsoon season
Answer: d). Post-monsoon season
Explanation: Retreating monsoon (October–November) is called post-monsoon season with cyclonic rains in Tamil Nadu.
Q. The “Loo” is best described as:
a). A type of rainfall
b). A cold wind in winter
c). A hot, dry wind
d). A storm from the sea
Answer: c). A hot, dry wind
Explanation: Loo is a strong, hot, dry wind that blows across northern India during May and June.
Q. The climate of India is described as:
a). Desert type
b). Mediterranean type
c). Monsoon type
d). Equatorial type
Answer: c). Monsoon type
Explanation: India’s climate is monsoon type because rainfall is mainly seasonal and depends on monsoon winds.
Q. The word “Monsoon” is derived from which language?
a). Hindi
b). Arabic
c). Persian
d). Sanskrit
Answer: b). Arabic
Explanation: The word “Monsoon” comes from the Arabic word mausim, meaning season
Q. The South-West Monsoon winds that bring rainfall to India mainly blow from which water body?
a). Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
b). Red Sea and Caspian Sea
c). Black Sea and Persian Gulf
d). Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Ocean
Answer: a). Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
Explanation: The South-West Monsoon winds blow from the Indian Ocean via the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal branches, bringing rainfall to India.
Q. Assertion (A): Tamil Nadu receives rainfall during October–November.
Reason (R): Tamil Nadu gets rain from the retreating monsoon winds.
a). Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b). Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c). A is true, but R is false.
d). A is false, but R is true.
Answer: a). Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation: Retreating monsoon winds cause rainfall in Tamil Nadu in October–November.
Q. Climate refers to:
a). Day-to-day condition of the atmosphere
b). Average weather condition of a place over a long period
c). Sudden change in temperature and rainfall
d). Daily humidity level
Answer: b). Average weather condition of a place over a long period
Q. Which is the wettest place on Earth located in India?
a). Mawsynram
b). Leh
c). Jaipur
d). Kochi
Answer: a). Mawsynram
Explanation: Mawsynram in Meghalaya receives the highest rainfall in the world.
Q. Natural vegetation refers to:
a). Plants grown by farmers
b). Man-made gardens
c). Naturally grown plants without human help
d). Crops like wheat and rice
Answer: c). Naturally grown plants without human help
Explanation: Natural vegetation means plants that grow naturally according to climate and soil.
Q. Consider the following statements about Van Mahotsav:
1. Van Mahotsav is celebrated every year in the month of July.
2. It was started in 1950 by K.M. Munshi.
3. The main aim of Van Mahotsav is to promote tree cutting for industries.
Which of the above statements are correct?
a). 1 and 2 only
b). 2 and 3 only
c). 1 and 3 only
d). 1, 2 and 3
Answer: a). 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The purpose of Van Mahotsav is tree plantation and forest conservation, not tree cutting.
Q. Wildlife refers to:
a). Only domestic animals
b). Only plants grown by humans
c). All animals, birds, insects, and plants living naturally
d). Only animals in zoos
Answer: c). All animals, birds, insects, and plants living naturally
Q. The Asiatic Lion is found in:
a). Kaziranga National Park
b). Gir Forest, Gujarat
c). Sundarbans
d). Jim Corbett National Park
Answer: b). Gir Forest, Gujarat
Explanation: Gir Forest is the only natural habitat of the Asiatic Lion.
Q. The one-horned rhinoceros is found in:
a). Gir Forest
b). Kaziranga National Park
c). Sundarbans
d). Ranthambore National Park
Answer: b). Kaziranga National Park
Explanation: Kaziranga in Assam is famous for the one-horned rhinoceros.
Q. Wild goats are mainly found in which region of India?
a). Himalayan mountains
b). Thar Desert
c). Western Ghats
d). Sundarbans
Answer: a). Himalayan mountains
Explanation: Wild goats, such as the Himalayan Ibex, are adapted to rocky and cold mountainous regions.
Q. Which of the following is the National Animal of India?
a). Elephant
b). Tiger
c). Lion
d). Peacock
Answer: b). Tiger
Explanation: The Royal Bengal Tiger symbolizes strength and power and is the National Animal of India.
Q. Which bird is the national bird of India?
a). Parrot
b). Peacock
c). Crow
d). Eagle
Answer: b). Peacock
Q. Which of the following is a threat to wildlife?
a). Deforestation
b). Poaching
c). Industrialization
d). All of the above
Answer: d). All of the above
Explanation: Deforestation, poaching, and industrialization destroy natural habitats and threaten wildlife.
Q. The Sundarbans is famous for which animal?
a). Asiatic Lion
b). Royal Bengal Tiger
c). One-horned Rhinoceros
d). Elephant
Answer: b). Royal Bengal Tiger
Explanation: The Sundarbans mangrove forest is home to the Royal Bengal Tiger adapted to swampy areas.
Q. National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries are established to:
a). Promote tourism only
b). Protect endangered species
c). Build industries
d). Increase urban areas
Answer: b). Protect endangered species
Explanation: These protected areas conserve habitats and ensure survival of endangered plants and animals.
Q. Which of the following animals is found in desert regions of India?
a). Camel
b). Elephant
c). Tiger
d). One-horned Rhinoceros
Answer: a). Camel
Explanation: Camel is adapted to dry desert conditions and is called the “ship of the desert.”
Q. Wildlife Week is celebrated every year in which month?
a). January
b). March
c). October
d). December
Answer: c). October
Explanation: Wildlife Week is observed from 2nd to 8th October every year in India.
Q. The main objective of Wildlife Week is to:
a). Encourage urbanization
b). Promote wildlife protection and forest conservation
c). Build more zoos
d). Reduce tree plantation
Answer: b). Promote wildlife protection and forest conservation
Explanation: The week focuses on protecting endangered species and creating awareness about natural habitats.
Q. Why is conservation of forests and wildlife necessary?
a). To increase trade
b). To maintain ecological balance
c). To build more cities
d). To reduce rainfall
Answer: b). To maintain ecological balance
Explanation: Plants and animals maintain balance in nature; conservation protects biodiversity.