Q. Consider the following statements about Chinar trees:
1. Chinar trees characteristically grow in Western Himalayas.
2. It is a large, deciduous tree known for its longevity and spreading crown.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
About Chinar trees:
- Chinar trees characteristically grow in Eastern Himalayas. Their botanical name is Platanus orientalis. It is a large, deciduous tree known for its longevity and spreading crown. Its applications include:
- Leaves and bark: Medicine;
- Wood: Also called lacewood is used for delicate furniture;
- Twigs and roots: Making dyes.
Source: EPIC March 2022
