Montane forests in the Himalayas are characterized by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Montane forests in the Himalayas are characterized by:
A. Mangrove trees
B. Only deciduous trees
C. Only thorny bushes
D. Evergreen broadleaf trees at lower altitudes and coniferous trees at higher altitudes
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Montane forests have a variation with altitude: wet temperate forests with broadleaf trees like oaks at lower elevations, and coniferous forests with pine, deodar, and fir at higher elevations.[reference:39]

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The 'Eastern Ghats' are known for which type of forest?
A. Tropical Evergreen
B. Mangrove
C. Montane
D. Tropical Deciduous

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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India is recognized as one of the:
A. Polar biodiversity center
B. Low diversity nations
C. Mega-diverse countries with high biodiversity
D. Only desert biodiversity

Correct Answer: Option C


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Which trees are typical of Tropical Evergreen Forests?
A. Babool and Kikar
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Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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