Question

Which of the following is the largest animal in India -
a. Rhinoceros
b. Elephant
c. Hippopotamus
d. Zebra

Answer 1

Hint:
Grasslands are grass-dominated lands rather than large shrubs or trees, grassland-dominated species.
Some of the most common Indian species, such as the Elephant, Gaur, Rhino, grazing, and antelope, live in grasslands.


Complete step by step solution:

- The Great Indian Elephant is the largest herbivorous wild animal in the world.
- A large animal sanctuary scattered across India and neighbouring countries, the Periyar National Park in Kerala is one of the main parks renowned for the largest elephant population in India.
- A big land animal needs wide areas of scrub forests, with ample food sources and shade areas.
- Owing to the diminishing environment, deforestation, and human-elephant violence, Indian wild elephants are one of the most vulnerable wild animals for humans.

Description of the great Indian Elephant
- Indian elephants have big heads, but just small tails.
- They have short but strong legs that carry their whole body weight, like columns.
- Owing to their massive size and the vast range of environments in which they live, Indian elephants have several adaptations that make them unique.
- Indian elephants can be found in a wide variety of ecosystems, including grasslands, woodland (wild, tropical, or dry), as well as cultivated woodland and scrublands.


Hence, the correct answer is option B.

Note:
Kaziranga, the dangerous Sunderbans, and the Periyar National Park are home to the great Indian wildlife, the dry areas of Rajasthan are also well known for species such as Indian gazelles or chinkaras, deer, and antelopes.
Besides these huge mammals, there are so many butterflies, birds, snails, and small animals living in the lush grassland of Indian National Parks.