The rain-shadow region of the Western Ghats mainly supports: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The rain-shadow region of the Western Ghats mainly supports:

A. Dry Deciduous and Thorn Forests

B. Mangrove Forests

C. Evergreen Forests

D. Alpine Grasslands

Answer: Option A

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The leeward side of the Western Ghats receives less rainfall and therefore supports dry deciduous and thorn vegetation.

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Which type of vegetation is found in the cold desert of Ladakh?

A. Dense Evergreen Forest

B. Sparse Alpine and Desert Vegetation

C. Tropical Deciduous Forest

D. Mangrove Forest

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Ladakh's cold desert climate supports sparse shrubs, grasses, and alpine vegetation.

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Which forest type supports the highest biomass?

A. Thorn forests

B. Dry deciduous

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A. Himalayan Temperate Zone

B. Sundarbans

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