J&K Environment MCQs 1. Which department manages forests in J&K? Forest Survey of India Environment Ministry Wildlife Protection Department National Green Tribunal Hangul (Kashmir Stag) is native to J&K. 2. Which national park is known for the conservation of Hangul (Kashmir Stag)? Dachigam National Park Kishtwar National Park Kazinag National Park Hemis National Park It is the primary habitat for Hangul. 3. Which initiative aims to conserve Snow Leopards in J&K? Green India Mission Project Hangul Project Snow Leopard Project Markhor Project Snow Leopard was launched in 2009. 4. Which factor contributes most to forest fires in J&K? Mining Heavy rainfall Strong winds Rising temperatures Rising temperatures cause most forest fires. 5. Which national park is known for its population of Golden Eagles? Kishtwar National Park Dachigam National Park Kazinag National Park Hemis National Park Home to high-altitude raptors. 6. What is the objective of Project Hangul? Saving Markhor Protecting Kashmir Stag Conserving Snow Leopard Protecting Black Bear Project Hangul aims to protect Kashmir Stag. 7. Which is the smallest national park in J&K? Hemis National Park Dachigam National Park Salim Ali National Park Kazinag National Park Salim Ali National Park is the smallest (9 sq km). 8. When was the first forestry training school established in J&K? 1924 AD 1911 AD 1930 AD 1895 AD The first forestry training school was established in 1911 at Bandipora. 9. By what percentage have forest fires increased in J&K from 2023-24? 3000% 2822% 1500% 2500% Forest fire incidents rose by 2,822%. 10. Which project was launched in the 1970s to protect the Kashmir Stag? Project Markhor Project Snow Leopard Project Elephant Project Hangul Dedicated to the protection of the endangered Hangul deer. 11. What is the main reason for forest cover decline in J&K? Urbanization Overgrazing Mining Deforestation Deforestation is the primary reason. 12. Which tree species is found in J&K forests? Sandalwood Chilgoza Pine Sal Teak Chilgoza Pine is common in J&K forests. 13. Which sanctuary in J&K is the largest? Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary is 5,000 sq km. 14. Which project was launched in 2009 to conserve Snow Leopards? Project Tiger Project Markhor Project Snow Leopard Project Hangul Focused on conservation in Trans-Himalayan regions. 15. How much has the forest cover decreased from 2021 to 2023? 30 sq km 50 sq km 60 sq km 40.61 sq km The forest cover has decreased by 40.61 sq km. 16. Who was the first Conservator of Forests in J&K? A.K. Verma R.C. Sharma John Smith J.C. McDonell 17. Which river meets Zanskar at Hemis National Park? Tawi Jhelum Indus Chenab The Indus and Zanskar rivers meet at Hemis National Park. 18. What is the main threat to J&K’s forests? Landslides Earthquakes Illegal encroachment Cyclones Wildlife Protection Department manages J&K’s forests. 19. Which sanctuary in Baramulla district is part of a Trans-Karakoram Peace Park proposal? Kazinag National Park Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Proposed to be a joint conservation area with Pakistan. 20. Which wildlife sanctuary was established in 1987 and is located in Shopian? Kazinag National Park Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Hirpora Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Famous for its Markhor population. 21. Which type of forest is most widespread in J&K? Mangroves Deciduous forests Tropical rainforests Coniferous forests Coniferous forests dominate J&K. 22. Which conservation reserve is in Leh? Khiram Tsomoiri Hokera Bahu Tsomoiri is a Ramsar site in Leh. 23. Which is the largest category of forests in J&K? Scrub Forest Moderately Dense Forest Open Forest Very Dense Forest Open Forest covers the largest area. 24. Which conservation reserve is in Leh? Bahu Hokera Khiram Tsomoiri Coniferous forests dominate J&K. 25. Which district in J&K has the Sudhmahadev Conservation Reserve? Udhampur Jammu Doda Anantnag Located in the Udhampur region of J&K. 26. Which sanctuary is a Ramsar Wetland site in Srinagar? Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Jasrota Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary A wetland habitat for migratory birds. 27. Which type of forest is most widespread in J&K? Tropical rainforests Deciduous forests Coniferous forests Mangroves Rising temperatures cause most forest fires. 28. Which wildlife species is native to J&K? One-horned Rhinoceros Hangul Indian Bison Nilgai Hangul (Kashmir Stag) is native to J&K. 29. Which sanctuary in Anantnag district includes a biosphere reserve? Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary A biodiversity hotspot in J&K. 30. When was the Forest Department in J&K properly organized? 1883 AD 1891 AD 1911 AD 1857 AD 31. Which wildlife species is native to J&K? Hangul Nilgai One-horned Rhinoceros Indian Bison 32. Which sanctuary in Leh has sparse vegetation but medicinal plants? Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Includes medicinal plants like Arnebia euchroma. 33. Which river meets the Zanskar river at Hemis National Park? Indus River Jhelum River Tawi River Chenab River Hemis NP is located along the Indus River. 34. How many forest fire incidents were reported in J&K (Nov 2023 – June 2024)? 3,000 3,500 4,156 5,000 Total reported fires: 4,156. 35. What is the total green cover (forest + tree cover) of J&K? 24,000 sq km 22,000 sq km 25,013.36 sq km 26,000 sq km Total green cover is 25,013.36 sq km. 36. Which department manages forests in J&K? Environment Ministry Wildlife Protection Department National Green Tribunal Forest Survey of India Wildlife Protection Department manages J&K’s forests. 37. Which district has the most conservation reserves in J&K? Srinagar Jammu Pulwama Anantnag Includes Brain-Nishat, Hokera, Khimber, and Shallabugh reserves. 38. What is the total forest cover of J&K as per ISFR 2023? 21,346.39 sq km 22,000 sq km 25,000 sq km 20,000 sq km The forest cover is 21,346.39 sq km as per ISFR 2023. 39. Which wildlife sanctuary in Leh encloses Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri lakes? Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Situated in the cold desert region of Leh. 40. Which wildlife sanctuary is closest to Jammu city? Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Jasrota Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Located 38 km from Jammu on NH-1A. 41. What is the total tree cover in J&K as per ISFR 2023? 4,000 sq km 3,500 sq km 5,000 sq km 3,667 sq km Tree cover in J&K is 3,667 sq km. 42. What is the main threat to J&K’s forests? Earthquakes Cyclones Illegal encroachment Landslides Illegal encroachment is a major threat. 43. Which is the largest national park in South Asia? Kishtwar National Park Hemis National Park Dachigam National Park Kazinag National Park Located in Ladakh, it spans 3350 sq km. 44. Which law governs forest management in J&K? Indian Forest Act 1927 Environment Protection Act 1986 Wildlife Protection Act 1972 J&K Forest Act 1930 J&K Forest Act 1930 provides legal framework. 45. Which national park is home to the endangered Markhor wild goat? Dachigam National Park Kishtwar National Park Kazinag National Park Hemis National Park Located near the LoC in Baramulla. 46. Which conservation reserve in Jammu is famous for migratory birds? Nanga Conservation Reserve Gharana Conservation Reserve Pargwal Conservation Reserve Bahu Conservation Reserve Hosts many migratory birds, including bar-headed geese. 47. Which national park in J&K has the highest Snow Leopard density? Kishtwar National Park Dachigam National Park Kazinag National Park Hemis National Park Hemis National Park is known as the ‘Snow Leopard Capital’. 48. Which wildlife sanctuary is the largest in J&K? Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Covers 5000 sq km in Leh district. 49. Which national park contains the Hemis Monastery? Kishtwar National Park Hemis National Park Kazinag National Park Dachigam National Park A 400-year-old Buddhist monastery is located here. 50. Which category of forest has the highest canopy density? Very Dense Forest Scrub Forest Open Forest Moderately Dense Forest Very Dense Forest has >70% canopy density. 51. Which national park is the northernmost and highest-elevation reserve in the Indian subcontinent? Hemis National Park Salim Ali National Park Kazinag National Park Dachigam National Park Located at high altitudes in Kashmir. 52. Which bird is commonly found in Dachigam National Park? Great Hornbill Black-necked Stork Indian Peafowl Himalayan Monal Himalayan Monal is commonly found in Dachigam. 53. Which national park is located 22 km from Srinagar? Kazinag National Park Hemis National Park Kishtwar National Park Dachigam National Park Known for Hangul (Kashmir Stag). 54. Which factor contributes most to forest fires in J&K? Mining Strong winds Heavy rainfall Rising temperatures 55. Which wildlife sanctuary is known for the black-necked crane? Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary A high-altitude breeding ground for the crane. 56. Which state/UT has the highest growing stock in India? Himachal Pradesh Uttarakhand Sikkim Jammu & Kashmir J&K has the highest growing stock at 296.22 m³/ha. 57. Which national park is the smallest in J&K? Salim Ali National Park Kishtwar National Park Kazinag National Park Dachigam National Park It spans only 9 sq km in Srinagar. 58. What is the carbon stock per hectare in J&K? 174.10 tons/ha 160.30 tons/ha 180.50 tons/ha 150.20 tons/ha Carbon stock in J&K is 174.10 tons per hectare. 59. Which national park in J&K is called the ‘Snow Leopard Capital of India’? Kishtwar National Park Salim Ali National Park Hemis National Park Dachigam National Park It has the highest density of snow leopards in the world. 60. Which wildlife sanctuary is home to the endangered Markhor? Hokersar Wildlife Sanctuary Hirpora Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary Located in Shopian district. 61. Which sanctuary is famous for Markhor conservation? Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary Kazinag National Park Hirapora Wildlife Sanctuary Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary Kazinag National Park protects Markhor. Loading …
