- 1. The Sundarbans is a vast and unique mangrove forest located in the delta region of the Padma, Meghna, and Brahmaputra river basins. It is shared between India and Bangladesh and is renowned for its biodiversity and natural beauty. The Sundarbans is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the iconic Bengal tiger, various species of birds, reptiles, and marine life. The mangrove ecosystem of the Sundarbans plays a crucial role in protecting the coastal areas from natural disasters like cyclones and tsunamis. Tourists visit the Sundarbans to experience its rich wildlife, serene waterways, and traditional way of life of the local communities living in the region.
Where is the Sundarbans located?
A) Thailand
B) Malaysia
C) Indonesia
D) Bangladesh and India
- 2. What type of ecosystem is the Sundarbans?
A) Rainforest
B) Mangrove forest
C) Tundra
D) Desert
- 3. What is the largest mangrove forest in the world?
A) Bialowieza Forest
B) Everglades
C) Sundarbans
D) Amazon Rainforest
- 4. The Sundarbans is known for being home to which endangered species?
A) Blue Whale
B) Bengal Tiger
C) African Elephant
D) Polar Bear
- 5. Which river flows through the Sundarbans?
A) Amazon
B) Ganges
C) Mississippi
D) Nile
- 6. What is a major threat to the Sundarbans ecosystem?
A) Urbanization
B) Climate change
C) Deforestation
D) Overpopulation
- 7. What type of soil is predominant in the Sundarbans?
A) Red soil
B) Alluvial soil
C) Clay soil
D) Sandy soil
- 8. What is the primary livelihood of the people living around the Sundarbans?
A) Mining
B) Agriculture
C) Tourism
D) Fishing
- 9. What is the meaning of 'Sundarbans'?
A) Enchanted forest
B) Misty forest
C) Dark forest
D) Beautiful forest
- 10. Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is part of the Sundarbans?
A) Great Wall of China
B) Sundarbans National Park
C) Machu Picchu
D) Taj Mahal
- 11. What is the total area covered by the Sundarbans?
A) 5,000 square kilometers
B) 20,000 square kilometers
C) 10,000 square kilometers
D) 15,000 square kilometers
- 12. Which season is the best for visiting the Sundarbans?
A) Winter
B) Monsoon
C) Summer
D) Spring
- 13. What is the predominant fish species found in the Sundarbans?
A) Salmon
B) Mackerel
C) Hilsa
D) Tuna
- 14. The Sundarbans is believed to have inspired which famous literary work?
A) Life of Pi
B) Moby-Dick
C) The Jungle Book
D) The Old Man and the Sea
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