Wildlife Conservation MCQ — 3 Practice Questions with Answers

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The Indian Skimmer is found primarily along the National Chambal Sanctuary, which spans Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh. BNHS scientist Parveen Shaikh conducted her conservation work there using community-led approaches with local fishing communities.

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As per MoEFCC Year-End Review 2025, India has 33 Elephant Reserves across 14 states, protecting critical elephant movement corridors for genetic exchange and population viability.

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The National Chambal Sanctuary is home to the Gharial, Gangetic River Dolphin, Red-crowned Roof Turtle, and the Indian Skimmer. The Great Indian Bustard (GIB) is found in the Thar Desert region of Rajasthan (Jaisalmer), not in the Chambal river ecosystem.