Q. With reference to the moist deciduous forests, which of the following statements is/are correct?:
1. These are more pronounced in the regions which record rainfall of 100 – 200 cm.
2. White cedar, hollock and kail are the main species found in these forests.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: A
Notes:
The Moist deciduous forests are more pronounced in the regions which record rainfall of 100-200 cm.
- These forests are found in the northeastern states along the foothills of Himalayas, eastern slopes of the Western Ghats and Odisha.
- Teak, sal, shisham, hurra, mahua, amla, semul, kusum, and sandalwood etc. are the main species of these forests.
Source: NCERT XI – India Physical Environment
