 - 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) Indonesia
B) Bangladesh and India
C) Thailand
D) Malaysia
- 2. What type of ecosystem is the Sundarbans?
A) Rainforest
B) Tundra
C) Desert
D) Mangrove forest
- 3. What is the largest mangrove forest in the world?
A) Everglades
B) Amazon Rainforest
C) Bialowieza Forest
D) Sundarbans
- 4. The Sundarbans is known for being home to which endangered species?
A) Polar Bear
B) African Elephant
C) Bengal Tiger
D) Blue Whale
- 5. Which river flows through the Sundarbans?
A) Nile
B) Ganges
C) Amazon
D) Mississippi
- 6. Which season is the best for visiting the Sundarbans?
A) Spring
B) Monsoon
C) Winter
D) Summer
- 7. The Sundarbans is believed to have inspired which famous literary work?
A) Moby-Dick
B) The Jungle Book
C) The Old Man and the Sea
D) Life of Pi
- 8. What is the total area covered by the Sundarbans?
A) 15,000 square kilometers
B) 5,000 square kilometers
C) 20,000 square kilometers
D) 10,000 square kilometers
- 9. What type of soil is predominant in the Sundarbans?
A) Clay soil
B) Sandy soil
C) Red soil
D) Alluvial soil
- 10. What is the predominant fish species found in the Sundarbans?
A) Hilsa
B) Mackerel
C) Salmon
D) Tuna
- 11. What is the primary livelihood of the people living around the Sundarbans?
A) Tourism
B) Mining
C) Agriculture
D) Fishing
- 12. What is the meaning of 'Sundarbans'?
A) Misty forest
B) Dark forest
C) Beautiful forest
D) Enchanted forest
- 13. Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is part of the Sundarbans?
A) Taj Mahal
B) Sundarbans National Park
C) Great Wall of China
D) Machu Picchu
- 14. What is a major threat to the Sundarbans ecosystem?
A) Urbanization
B) Climate change
C) Deforestation
D) Overpopulation
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