With reference to the Eastern Ghats, consider the following statements: 1. Eastern Ghats biospheres are rich forests with perennial and semi-perennial streams and other natural resources. 2. The Eastern Ghats are part of a larger mountain system extending from central India to the far south and running parallel to the east coast. 3. They are continuous range of mountains. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Eastern Ghats, consider the following statements:
1.Eastern Ghats biospheres are rich forests with perennial and semi-perennial streams and other natural resources.
2.The Eastern Ghats are part of a larger mountain system extending from central India to the far south and running parallel to the east coast.
3.They are continuous range of mountains.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Eastern Ghats are home to diverse biospheres, including tropical rainforests, dry deciduous forests, and scrublands. These biospheres contain a variety of flora and fauna, with several perennial and semi-perennial streams providing a source of water and supporting ecosystems. The Eastern Ghats are part of a larger mountain system extending from central India to the far south and running parallel to the east coast.,

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Eastern Ghats are not a continuous range of mountains. They are a series of discontinuous hill ranges interspersed with valleys and plains.

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