With reference to Teak (Tectona grandis), consider the following statements: 1. India accounts for more than one-third of the world's planted teak forests. 2. Teak is native to South America but was introduced to South and Southeast Asia due to its commercial value. 3. In India, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have the largest areas of native teak forests, as per the FAO 2022 assessment. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: India holds 35% of the world’s planted teak forests.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Teak is native to South and Southeast Asia, not South America.
Statement 3 is correct: According to the FAO 2022 report, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have the largest areas of native teak forests in India.

Source– DTE

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