Wildlife Protection Practice Questions
18 free Wildlife Protection practice questions for the Static GK. Tap an option to answer — you get instant feedback, the correct answer, and a detailed explanation for every question.
Which international treaty, signed in 1973, is designed to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival?
- A CMS
- B Montreal Protocol
- C Ramsar Convention
- D CITES
Correct answer: CITES
CITES stands for the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. It accords varying degrees of protection to more than 35,000 species of animals and plants.
The 'Red List of Threatened Species', the world's most comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species, is maintained by which organization?
- A WWF
- B UNESCO
- C IUCN
- D UNEP
Correct answer: IUCN
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) maintains the Red List. It uses a set of precise criteria to evaluate the extinction risk of thousands of species and subspecies.
Which Indian National Park is famous for being the last natural habitat of the Asiatic Lion?
- A Kanha National Park
- B Kaziranga National Park
- C Jim Corbett National Park
- D Gir Forest National Park
Correct answer: Gir Forest National Park
Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions can be found in the wild. It was established in 1965 to protect these lions from extinction.
The term 'Ex-situ conservation' refers to which of the following practices?
- A Conservation of species by preserving their natural habitat
- B The legal prohibition of hunting in a forest
- C Conservation of species outside their natural habitat
- D The restoration of degraded ecosystems
Correct answer: Conservation of species outside their natural habitat
Ex-situ conservation literally means 'off-site conservation.' It involves the protection of an endangered species outside its natural range to provide a controlled environment for breeding or study.
In the context of wildlife, what does the acronym 'TRAFFIC' stand for?
- A Trade Record Analysis of Flora and Fauna in Commerce
- B Tracking Rare Animals For Federal Inspection Cells
- C Territorial Recovery of African Fauna and Forest Internal Committees
- D Transport Regulations for All Forest and International Creatures
Correct answer: Trade Record Analysis of Flora and Fauna in Commerce
TRAFFIC is a leading non-governmental organization working globally on trade in wild animals and plants. It is a joint program of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and IUCN.
Which animal is the state animal of Assam and is the primary species protected in Kaziranga National Park?
- A One-horned Rhinoceros
- B Bengal Tiger
- C Asian Elephant
- D Gangetic River Dolphin
Correct answer: One-horned Rhinoceros
Kaziranga National Park hosts two-thirds of the world's great one-horned rhinoceroses. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its unique natural environment.
What is a 'Biological Hotspot'?
- A A region rich in biodiversity under threat from humans
- B An area with high volcanic activity affecting local wildlife
- C A desert area with extremely high daytime temperatures
- D A laboratory where new species are engineered
Correct answer: A region rich in biodiversity under threat from humans
A biodiversity hotspot is a biogeographic region that is both a significant reservoir of biodiversity and is threatened with destruction. To qualify, a region must contain at least 1,500 species of vascular plants as endemics.
Which bird, once common across South Asia, faced a near-extinction crisis due to the use of the drug Diclofenac in livestock?
- A Indian Vulture
- B Siberian Crane
- C Great Indian Bustard
- D House Sparrow
Correct answer: Indian Vulture
Vultures feeding on carcasses of livestock treated with Diclofenac suffered kidney failure and died. This led to a catastrophic decline in vulture populations, requiring captive breeding programs for recovery.
The 'Ramsar Convention' is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of which type of ecosystem?
- A Tropical Rainforests
- B Wetlands
- C Deserts
- D Coral Reefs
Correct answer: Wetlands
Signed in 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar, this convention provides the framework for national action and international cooperation for the conservation of wetlands and their resources.
Which of the following is considered a 'Flagship Species' for the conservation of the high-altitude Himalayan ecosystem?
- A Red Panda
- B Snow Leopard
- C Himalayan Tahr
- D Golden Langur
Correct answer: Snow Leopard
The snow leopard is often called the 'Ghost of the Mountains.' As a flagship species, its protection helps conserve the entire mountain ecosystem and the water sources that millions of people depend on.
Under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which Schedule provides the highest level of legal protection to wild animals?
- A Schedule I
- B Schedule III
- C Schedule V
- D Schedule VI
Correct answer: Schedule I
Animals listed in Schedule I and part II of Schedule II are provided absolute protection. Offences under these schedules are prescribed the highest penalties.
Which country hosted the first 'Global Tiger Summit' in 2010, where leaders pledged to double the global wild tiger population by 2022?
- A India
- B Thailand
- C Russia
- D China
Correct answer: Russia
The summit was held in St. Petersburg, Russia. It brought together 13 tiger-range countries with the goal of doubling the wild tiger population (the TX2 goal) by the year 2022.
What is the primary goal of the 'Great Green Wall' initiative in Africa?
- A To establish solar energy farms across the width of the Sahara Desert
- B To combat desertification by planting trees across the Sahel region
- C To set up protected wildlife corridors connecting African reserves
- D To build large irrigation canals to redirect rivers into dry regions
Correct answer: To combat desertification by planting trees across the Sahel region
The Great Green Wall aims to restore Africa's degraded landscapes and transform millions of lives in the Sahel region. It seeks to provide food security, jobs, and a reason to stay for the millions who live along its path.
Which of the following is an example of an 'In-situ' conservation method?
- A Botanical Garden
- B Wildlife Sanctuary
- C Zoological Park
- D Cryopreservation Lab
Correct answer: Wildlife Sanctuary
In-situ conservation is the conservation of species within their natural habitats. Wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, and biosphere reserves are all forms of in-situ conservation.
What is the main cause of 'Habitat Fragmentation', a significant threat to wildlife?
- A Natural changes in climate patterns over time
- B Human activities like road building and urban growth
- C Increased flooding caused by changes in rainfall patterns
- D Invasive species replacing native plants in an area
Correct answer: Human activities like road building and urban growth
Habitat fragmentation occurs when large, continuous habitats are divided into smaller, isolated patches. This prevents animals from moving freely, finding food, and maintaining genetic diversity.
Which Indian state has the highest number of Tiger Reserves as of 2024?
- A Arunachal Pradesh
- B Maharashtra
- C Uttarakhand
- D Madhya Pradesh
Correct answer: Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh is known as the 'Tiger State' of India. It currently holds the highest number of tiger reserves, reflecting its central role in the country's tiger conservation efforts.
Which animal is the mascot of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)?
- A Giant Panda
- B Polar Bear
- C Asian Elephant
- D Bald Eagle
Correct answer: Giant Panda
The Giant Panda has been the symbol of WWF since its formation in 1961. The logo was inspired by Chi-Chi, a panda that was living at the London Zoo at the time.
Which of the following acts as a 'Corridor' in wildlife conservation?
- A A buffer zone around a park to limit human entry
- B A fenced trail within a reserve for guided wildlife tours
- C A captive breeding center that releases animals into wild habitats
- D A strip of natural habitat connecting two larger habitats
Correct answer: A strip of natural habitat connecting two larger habitats
Wildlife corridors are essential for allowing animals to travel between isolated populations. They help prevent inbreeding and allow species to migrate in response to environmental changes.