Question 1

Gir Forest National Park is the only place in the world where which animal is found in the wild?

Accepted Answer

Asiatic Lion. Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat is the last refuge of the Asiatic Lion (Panthera leo persica) in the world. Historically Asiatic Lions ranged from Greece to India, but now they survive only in Gir. This makes Gir one of the world's most important wildlife conservation success stories.

Question 2

According to the 2020 census, how many Asiatic Lions were found in and around Gir?

Accepted Answer

674. The 2020 Asiatic Lion population census recorded 674 lions in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, a significant increase from 523 in 2015. This growth reflects successful conservation efforts by the Gujarat government and forest department. The lions have also spread beyond Gir to other areas of Saurashtra including the Girnar, Mitiyala, and Barda wildlife sanctuaries.

Question 3

What is the total area of Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary?

Accepted Answer

1,412 sq km. The Gir Protected Area covers approximately 1,412 sq km, comprising the National Park (258 sq km where human activity is restricted) and the Wildlife Sanctuary (1,153 sq km). The entire protected area is located in the Junagadh, Gir Somnath, and Amreli districts of Gujarat. The national park was established in 1965.

Question 4

Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary in Gujarat is one of Asia's largest wetland sanctuaries famous for:

Accepted Answer

Migratory birds including flamingos. Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary near Ahmedabad is one of Asia's largest wetlands and a major habitat for migratory water birds including flamingos, pelicans, cranes, and ducks. The sanctuary covers 115 sq km. It is especially famous for the arrival of migratory birds from Central Asia, Siberia, and other regions during winter months.

Question 5

The Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary (Wild Ass Sanctuary) is located in which region of Gujarat?

Accepted Answer

Little Rann of Kutch. The Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary (also known as the Wild Ass Sanctuary) is located in the Little Rann of Kutch in Gujarat. It is the last refuge of the Indian Wild Ass (Equus hemionus khur), also called 'Khur' in Gujarati. The sanctuary was established in 1972 and covers an area of about 4,953 sq km.

Wildlife & Gir Forest — Set 1