Question 1

In order to earn foreign exchange, a country should concentrate on

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Exports and international tourism operations both contribute to earning foreign exchange for a country by bringing in money from outside its borders.

Question 2

The Bandipur National Park is located in the following state.

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Bandipur National Park is located in the state of Karnataka, India. It is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and is known for its diverse wildlife.

Question 3

Which one of the following has not been identified as a biosphere reserve by the Government?

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B

Question 4

Which one of the following biosphere reserves has not been recognized on the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by the UNESCO?

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Question 5

The famous Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the state of

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The Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary, renowned for its efforts in saving the Barasingha (Swamp Deer) from near extinction, is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh (MP), India. It is one of the most well-known national parks in India, celebrated for its rich flora and fauna.

Question 6

Which state has maximum area under forest?

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Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover in India, both in terms of absolute area and as a percentage of the total geographical area of the state.

Question 7

An endorsement on passport issued to person who wishes to stay in foreign countries temporarily is known as

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Question 8

Dachigam is known for

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Question 9

World's first National Park was

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Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, is recognized as the world's first national park. It was designated as a national park primarily to preserve its unique geothermal features, stunning landscapes, and diverse wildlife.

Question 10

The top ranking country in terms of Foreign Exchange Earnings from tourism.

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The USA consistently ranks at the top in terms of foreign exchange earnings from tourism, thanks to its vast array of tourist attractions, business travel, and a strong international brand.

Question 11

India's first National Park was inaugurated in the year 1936 and it was renamed in honour of

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India's first National Park, initially named Hailey National Park, was inaugurated in 1936 and later renamed in honour of Major James Edward Corbett, a British hunter, tracker, naturalist, and author who played a key role in its establishment. It is now known as Jim Corbett National Park.

Question 12

Tourism as a subject is a part of which list?

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Question 13

Which one of the following is the oldest National Park in India?

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Jim Corbett National Park, established in 1936 as Hailey National Park, is the oldest national park in India. It was renamed in 1956 after Jim Corbett, a well-known British hunter and naturalist.

Question 14

The National Emblem 'Lion Capital' is an adaptation from

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Question 15

Which one of the following year was observed as year of 'Ecotourism and Mountains'?

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2002 was designated as the International Year of Ecotourism and Mountains by the United Nations to promote sustainable tourism practices that contribute to the conservation of mountains and their ecosystems.

Question 16

Tourist Visa is valid for how many days in India?

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Question 17

In how many countries 'Schengen Visa' is valid?

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Question 18

The largest Tiger Reserve 'Nagarjuna Srisailam' Tiger Reserve is located in

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Question 19

When was the first National Park in India set up?

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Question 20

A person with persons of Indian Origin (PIO) Card gets VISA in India for

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Quiz 1: Tourism and Environment in India