Natural Vegetation of India MCQs
Practice Natural Vegetation of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering forest types, tropical evergreen forests, deciduous forests, thorn forests, mountain vegetation, mangrove forests, biodiversity and vegetation distribution in India frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #81
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Bhitarkanika is famous for:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
In Odisha.
In Odisha.
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Question #82
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The natural vegetation of India is broadly divided into how many main groups?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
India's natural vegetation is broadly classified into five main groups: Tropical Evergreen Forests, Tropical Deciduous Forests, Tropical Thorn Forests and Scrubs, Montane Forests, and Mangrove Forests.[reference:0][reference:1]
India's natural vegetation is broadly classified into five main groups: Tropical Evergreen Forests, Tropical Deciduous Forests, Tropical Thorn Forests and Scrubs, Montane Forests, and Mangrove Forests.[reference:0][reference:1]
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Question #83
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Which type of forest is the most dominant vegetation type in India?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Tropical Deciduous Forests, also known as monsoon forests, are the most dominant vegetation type in India and are found in almost all states.[reference:2][reference:3]
Tropical Deciduous Forests, also known as monsoon forests, are the most dominant vegetation type in India and are found in almost all states.[reference:2][reference:3]
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Question #84
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Tropical Deciduous Forests are also known as:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Tropical Deciduous Forests are called monsoon forests because they shed their leaves during the dry season to conserve water.[reference:4][reference:5]
Tropical Deciduous Forests are called monsoon forests because they shed their leaves during the dry season to conserve water.[reference:4][reference:5]
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Question #85
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Tropical Evergreen Forests are found in areas with annual rainfall of more than:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Tropical Evergreen Forests are found in warm and humid areas with annual precipitation of more than 200 cm.[reference:6][reference:7]
Tropical Evergreen Forests are found in warm and humid areas with annual precipitation of more than 200 cm.[reference:6][reference:7]
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Question #86
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Which of the following is not a type of natural vegetation found in India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Temperate Grasslands are not a major type of natural vegetation in India. The main types are Tropical Evergreen, Tropical Deciduous, Tropical Thorn, Montane, and Mangrove forests.[reference:8]
Temperate Grasslands are not a major type of natural vegetation in India. The main types are Tropical Evergreen, Tropical Deciduous, Tropical Thorn, Montane, and Mangrove forests.[reference:8]
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Question #87
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Tropical Thorn Forests are found in regions with annual rainfall of less than:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Tropical Thorn Forests are found in arid and semi-arid regions with annual rainfall of less than 70 cm.[reference:9][reference:10]
Tropical Thorn Forests are found in arid and semi-arid regions with annual rainfall of less than 70 cm.[reference:9][reference:10]
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Question #88
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The Western Ghats and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are known for which type of forest?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Tropical Evergreen forests are found in the Western Ghats, northeastern states, and parts of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, where rainfall is high.[reference:11]
Tropical Evergreen forests are found in the Western Ghats, northeastern states, and parts of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, where rainfall is high.[reference:11]
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Question #89
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Which of the following trees is commonly found in Tropical Evergreen forests?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Ebony, mahogany, rosewood, rubber, and cinchona are commercially important trees of Tropical Evergreen forests.[reference:12]
Ebony, mahogany, rosewood, rubber, and cinchona are commercially important trees of Tropical Evergreen forests.[reference:12]
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Question #90
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Which type of forest is characterized by trees that shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks in the dry summer?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Tropical Deciduous forests shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks during the dry summer to conserve water.[reference:13]
Tropical Deciduous forests shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks during the dry summer to conserve water.[reference:13]
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Question #91
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Mangrove forests are primarily found in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Mangrove forests are found in coastal areas and at river deltas, where mud and silt accumulate.[reference:14]
Mangrove forests are found in coastal areas and at river deltas, where mud and silt accumulate.[reference:14]
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Question #92
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The Ganga-Brahmaputra delta is the best example of which type of forest?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Ganga-Brahmaputra delta is a classic example of mangrove forests, with species like Sundari.[reference:15]
The Ganga-Brahmaputra delta is a classic example of mangrove forests, with species like Sundari.[reference:15]
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Question #93
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Which of the following is a commercially important species of Tropical Deciduous forests?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Teak, shisham, neem, sandalwood, and sal are commercially important species of Tropical Deciduous forests.[reference:16]
Teak, shisham, neem, sandalwood, and sal are commercially important species of Tropical Deciduous forests.[reference:16]
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Question #94
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Thorny bushes and scrubs are commonly found in which part of India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Thorny bushes are found in the northwestern part of the country and semi-arid regions of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.[reference:17]
Thorny bushes are found in the northwestern part of the country and semi-arid regions of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.[reference:17]
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Question #95
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In mountainous areas, the wet temperate type of forest is found between the height of:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The wet temperate type of forest is found between a height of one to two kilometres (1000-2000 m), dominated by evergreen broadleaf trees like oaks.[reference:18]
The wet temperate type of forest is found between a height of one to two kilometres (1000-2000 m), dominated by evergreen broadleaf trees like oaks.[reference:18]
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Question #96
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Which of the following trees is associated with mangrove forests?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Sundari trees are a characteristic species of mangrove forests.[reference:19]
Sundari trees are a characteristic species of mangrove forests.[reference:19]
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Question #97
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What is the annual rainfall requirement for Tropical Deciduous forests?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Tropical Deciduous forests are found in regions receiving rainfall between 70 cm and 200 cm.[reference:20]
Tropical Deciduous forests are found in regions receiving rainfall between 70 cm and 200 cm.[reference:20]
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Question #98
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The Eastern Himalayan Region is known for vegetation ranging from:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Eastern Himalayan Region includes vegetation ranging from tropical to alpine types, receiving more than 200 cm of annual rainfall.[reference:21]
The Eastern Himalayan Region includes vegetation ranging from tropical to alpine types, receiving more than 200 cm of annual rainfall.[reference:21]
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Question #99
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Which region of India contains rich bamboo and palm vegetation along with Nilgiri-type grasslands at higher altitudes?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Assam Region is characterized by abundant bamboo and palm vegetation, with Nilgiri-type grasslands at higher altitudes.[reference:22]
The Assam Region is characterized by abundant bamboo and palm vegetation, with Nilgiri-type grasslands at higher altitudes.[reference:22]
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Question #100
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The Gangetic Plain and Aravali region feature vegetation ranging from:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Gangetic Plain and Aravali region show vegetation ranging from semi-arid shrubs to moist deciduous forests, with species like Neem, Mahuwa, Jamun, and Acacia.[reference:23]
The Gangetic Plain and Aravali region show vegetation ranging from semi-arid shrubs to moist deciduous forests, with species like Neem, Mahuwa, Jamun, and Acacia.[reference:23]
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