UPSC Prelims 2010·GS1·geography·indian geography

In India, which type of forest among the following occupies the largest area?

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  1. AMontane Wet Temperate Forest
  2. BSub-tropical Dry Evergreen Forest
  3. CTropical Moist Deciduous ForestCorrect
  4. DTropical Wet Evergreen Forest

Explanation

The correct answer is C because Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests are the most widespread forest type in India. They cover the largest percentage of the countrys total forest area, spanning across regions that receive annual rainfall between 100 and 200 centimeters. These forests are commonly found in the foothills of the Himalayas, the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats, and Odisha. Teak and Sal are the most dominant species found in this forest type. In contrast, Tropical Wet Evergreen forests are restricted to high rainfall areas, while Montane and Sub-tropical forests occupy much smaller geographical pockets.
geography: In India, which type of forest among the following occupies the largest area?
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