Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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1
Which of these sanctuaries is a known habitat for the endangered Hog Deer in Pakistan?
Answer:
Riverine forest sanctuaries along the Indus
The Hog Deer (Axis porcinus) is native to the riverine (Bela) forests of Pakistan. Sanctuaries located in the floodplains of the Indus River are critical for the survival of this deer species, which is losing its habitat to agriculture.
2
The Mahal Kohistan Wildlife Sanctuary is found in which province?
Answer:
Sindh
Mahal Kohistan Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Dadu district of Sindh. It is part of the Kirthar mountain range and provides a rugged mountain habitat for the Sindh Ibex and Urial.
3
Which animal is the main attraction and a protected species at the Deosai National Park/Sanctuary?
Answer:
Himalayan Brown Bear
The Deosai Plateau in Gilgit-Baltistan is one of the highest plateaus in the world. It was declared a protected area specifically to save the Himalayan Brown Bear (Ursus arctos isabellinus) from extinction in the region.
4
Borraka Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Answer:
Kohat
Borraka Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Kohat district of KP. It consists of dry sub-tropical broad-leaved forests and provides a habitat for species like the Urinal and the See-see partridge.
5
Which wildlife sanctuary is associated with the Chotiari Reservoir in Sindh?
Answer:
Chotiari Wildlife Sanctuary
The Chotiari Reservoir area is a complex of wetlands, lakes, and sand dunes. The sanctuary was established to protect the diverse fauna of the region, including the Hog Deer and Marsh Crocodile, which are threatened by habitat changes.
6
What is the primary threat to most wildlife sanctuaries in Pakistan's wetland areas?
Answer:
Water pollution and illegal hunting
Wetland sanctuaries in Pakistan, such as Haleji and Drigh, face serious threats from the discharge of industrial waste, agricultural runoff containing pesticides, and illegal poaching of migratory birds.
7
The Taunsa Barrage Wildlife Sanctuary is located on which river?
Answer:
Indus
The Taunsa Barrage on the Indus River in Punjab is a designated wildlife sanctuary. It is an important site for the Indus River Dolphin and serves as a critical wetland for many species of migratory ducks and shorebirds.
8
Which sanctuary in the Punjab Salt Range is specifically known for its scenic beauty and Urial population?
Answer:
Chauhala Wildlife Sanctuary
Chauhala Wildlife Sanctuary is another key protected area in the Salt Range. Like Sodhi, it is essential for the protection of the Punjab Urial, providing the hilly and rocky habitat that this wild sheep requires.
9
The Kinjhar Lake Wildlife Sanctuary, besides being a source of water for Karachi, is a protected area for:
Answer:
Migratory Birds
Kinjhar Lake (also known as Kalri Lake) is a significant wildlife sanctuary and Ramsar site. It supports a large number of wintering birds and is also a major source of commercial fishing and drinking water for Karachi.
10
Which of these is a wildlife sanctuary in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province known for its hilly terrain and leopard sightings?
Answer:
Manglot Wildlife Sanctuary
Manglot Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Nizampur area of Nowshera, KP. It provides a natural habitat for various wildlife including the Common Leopard, Chinkara, and various species of partridges and pheasants.