{"id":22685,"date":"2024-01-19T11:50:04","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T11:50:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=22685"},"modified":"2024-03-20T07:17:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T07:17:58","slug":"upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC NCERT Notes &#8211; Geography &#8211; Natural Vegetation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-support-program-with-test-series\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"47045\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bannner-1600-x-1600-2400-x-1392-px-1280-x-300-px-1024x300.png\" alt=\"PSP 2025\" class=\"wp-image-47045\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural vegetation is a plant community that grows naturally over a period of time without human interruption. In India, we found a diverse variety of natural vegetation due to varied climatic and geographical conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e99722b73d1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" 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Affecting Natural Vegetation\">Factors Affecting Natural Vegetation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Vegetation_Regions_and_Their_Areas\" title=\"Vegetation Regions and Their Areas\">Vegetation Regions and Their Areas<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forest\" title=\"Forest\">Forest<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forest_Based_on_Administrative\" title=\"Forest Based on Administrative\">Forest Based on Administrative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forest_Based_on_Constitutional_Division\" title=\"Forest Based on Constitutional Division\">Forest Based on Constitutional Division<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forests_Based_on_Commercial_Aspects\" title=\"Forests Based on Commercial Aspects:\">Forests Based on Commercial Aspects:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forests_Based_on_Structure\" title=\"Forests Based on Structure:\">Forests Based on Structure:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#_Government_Initiatives_for_Forest_Conservation\" title=\"&nbsp;Government Initiatives for Forest Conservation:\">&nbsp;Government Initiatives for Forest Conservation:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forest_Conservation_Act_1980\" title=\"Forest Conservation Act, 1980\">Forest Conservation Act, 1980<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Chipko_Movement\" title=\"Chipko Movement\">Chipko Movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#India_State_of_Forest_Report_2021\" title=\"India State of Forest Report, 2021\">India State of Forest Report, 2021<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Social_Forestry\" title=\"Social Forestry\">Social Forestry<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Types_of_Social_Forestry\" title=\"Types of Social Forestry\">Types of Social Forestry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Farm_Forestry\" title=\"Farm Forestry\">Farm Forestry<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Forest_Survey_of_India_FSI\" title=\"Forest Survey of India (FSI)\">Forest Survey of India (FSI)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Prelims_Facts\" title=\"Prelims Facts\">Prelims Facts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#UPSC_NCERT_Practice_Questions\" title=\"UPSC NCERT Practice Questions\">UPSC NCERT Practice Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#1_Where_among_the_following_are_evergreen_forests_UPPSC_Pre_2015\" title=\"1. Where among the following are evergreen forests UPPSC (Pre) 2015\">1. Where among the following are evergreen forests UPPSC (Pre) 2015<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#2_In_which_of_the_following_ecosystems_the_organic_matter_of_plants_is_maximum_UPPSC_Pre_2017\" title=\"2. In which of the following ecosystems, the organic matter of plants is maximum? UPPSC (Pre) 2017\">2. In which of the following ecosystems, the organic matter of plants is maximum? UPPSC (Pre) 2017<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#3_Where_is_sandalwood_commonly_found\" title=\"3. Where is sandalwood commonly found?\">3. Where is sandalwood commonly found?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#4_Which_state_of_India_has_the_largest_area_of_teak_forest_MPPSC_Pre_2021\" title=\"4. Which state of India has the largest area of teak forest? MPPSC (Pre) 2021\">4. Which state of India has the largest area of teak forest? MPPSC (Pre) 2021<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#5_Which_of_the_following_districts_is_surrounded_by_the_densest_deciduous_forest_area_BPSC_Pre_2014\" title=\"5. Which of the following districts is surrounded by the densest deciduous forest area? BPSC (Pre) 2014\">5. Which of the following districts is surrounded by the densest deciduous forest area? BPSC (Pre) 2014<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#6_Spruce_and_Cedar_are_varieties_of_tree_species_found_in_which_forests_UPPSC_Pre_2017\" title=\"6. Spruce and Cedar are varieties of tree species, found in which forests? UPPSC (Pre) 2017\">6. Spruce and Cedar are varieties of tree species, found in which forests? UPPSC (Pre) 2017<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#7_Which_one_of_the_following_trees_is_pre-dominant_in_the_temperate_belt_of_the_Western_Himalayas\" title=\"7. Which one of the following trees is pre-dominant in the temperate belt of the Western Himalayas?\">7. Which one of the following trees is pre-dominant in the temperate belt of the Western Himalayas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#8_Which_one_of_the_following_is_not_essentially_a_species_of_the_Himalayan_vegetation_IAS_Pre_2008\" title=\"8. Which one of the following is not essentially a species of the Himalayan vegetation? IAS (Pre) 2008\">8. Which one of the following is not essentially a species of the Himalayan vegetation? IAS (Pre) 2008<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#9_Which_of_the_following_Indian_StatesUnion_Territories_has_the_maximum_percentage_of_mangrove_cover_in_the_country_Odisha_PSC_Pre_2016\" title=\"9. Which of the following Indian States\/Union Territories has the maximum percentage of mangrove cover in the country? Odisha PSC (Pre) 2016\">9. Which of the following Indian States\/Union Territories has the maximum percentage of mangrove cover in the country? Odisha PSC (Pre) 2016<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#10_With_the_point_of_view_of_availability_which_of_the_following_forest_territorial_circles_is_the_largest_in_Chhattisgarh_CGPSC_Pre_2021\" title=\"10. With the point of view of availability, which of the following forest (territorial) circles is the largest in Chhattisgarh? CGPSC (Pre) 2021.\">10. With the point of view of availability, which of the following forest (territorial) circles is the largest in Chhattisgarh? CGPSC (Pre) 2021.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#11_Among_the_following_states_which_has_the_highest_forest_density_in_India_JPSC_Pre_2022\" title=\"11. Among the following states, which has the highest forest density in India? JPSC (Pre) 2022\">11. Among the following states, which has the highest forest density in India? JPSC (Pre) 2022<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#12_As_per_the_Indian_State_of_Forest_Report_2021_which_of_the_following_states_has_registered_the_maximum_increase_in_the_forest_cover_during_the_last_two_years_UPPSC_Pre_2022\" title=\"12. As per the Indian State of Forest Report 2021 which of the following states has registered the maximum increase in the forest cover during the last two years? UPPSC (Pre) 2022\">12. As per the Indian State of Forest Report 2021 which of the following states has registered the maximum increase in the forest cover during the last two years? UPPSC (Pre) 2022<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#13_What_is_the_minimum_land_area_recommended_for_forest_cover_to_maintain_proper_ecological_balance_in_India_JPSC_Pre_2021\" title=\"13. What is the minimum land area recommended for forest cover to maintain proper ecological balance in India? JPSC (Pre) 2021\">13. What is the minimum land area recommended for forest cover to maintain proper ecological balance in India? JPSC (Pre) 2021<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#14_Consider_the_following_trees_IAS_Pre_2023\" title=\"14. Consider the following trees IAS (Pre) 2023\">14. Consider the following trees IAS (Pre) 2023<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#15_Consider_the_following_statements_with_reference_to_Uttar_Pradesh_IAS_Pre_2023\" title=\"15. Consider the following statements with reference to Uttar Pradesh IAS (Pre) 2023\">15. Consider the following statements with reference to Uttar Pradesh IAS (Pre) 2023<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Know_Right_Answer\" title=\"Know Right Answer\">Know Right Answer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Q1_What_is_the_importance_of_studying_natural_vegetation_in_the_context_of_UPSC_preparation\" title=\"Q1: What is the importance of studying natural vegetation in the context of UPSC preparation?\">Q1: What is the importance of studying natural vegetation in the context of UPSC preparation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Q2_How_can_UPSC_NCERT_notes_on_natural_vegetation_assist_in_grasping_geographical_concepts\" title=\"Q2: How can UPSC NCERT notes on natural vegetation assist in grasping geographical concepts?\">Q2: How can UPSC NCERT notes on natural vegetation assist in grasping geographical concepts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Q3_How_does_knowledge_of_natural_vegetation_contribute_to_answering_questions_on_environmental_challenges_in_the_UPSC_exam\" title=\"Q3: How does knowledge of natural vegetation contribute to answering questions on environmental challenges in the UPSC exam?\">Q3: How does knowledge of natural vegetation contribute to answering questions on environmental challenges in the UPSC exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Q4_How_can_UPSC_NCERT_notes_aid_in_preparing_for_questions_on_the_conservation_of_natural_vegetation\" title=\"Q4: How can UPSC NCERT notes aid in preparing for questions on the conservation of natural vegetation?\">Q4: How can UPSC NCERT notes aid in preparing for questions on the conservation of natural vegetation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Q5_In_what_ways_can_the_study_of_natural_vegetation_in_UPSC_NCERT_note_enhance_the_preparation_for_geography_optional_subjects\" title=\"Q5: In what ways can the study of natural vegetation in UPSC NCERT note enhance the preparation for geography optional subjects?\">Q5: In what ways can the study of natural vegetation in UPSC NCERT note enhance the preparation for geography optional subjects?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-ncert-notes-geography-natural-vegetation\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Natural_Vegetation_in_India\"><\/span>Natural Vegetation in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Natural vegetation refers to a plant community that has been left undisturbed over a long period of time. The natural vegetation includes tall trees, shrubs, grasses, bushes, and flowering plants which live in association with one another in a given area.<\/li><li>One of the basic differences between vegetation and forest is that the forest broadly includes the entire vegetation (natural\/ unnatural), wildlife, and surrounding environment and it has economic importance for us.<\/li><li>There is a close relationship between the height of the land and the characteristics of the vegetation. The climate varies with the change in altitude, due to which the nature of the natural vegetation changes.<\/li><li>With around 47,000 plant species, India ranks 10th worldwide and 4th in Asia regarding plant variety. India is home to about 15,000 flowering plants or 6% of all flowering plants worldwide.<\/li><li>Himalayan heights are marked with temperate vegetation, the <strong>Western Ghats<\/strong> and the <strong>Andaman<\/strong> and<strong> Nicobar Islands h<\/strong>ave tropical rainforests, the deltaic regions have tropical forests and mangroves, the desert and semi-desert areas of Rajasthan are known for <strong>Cacti, <\/strong>a wide variety of bushes and thorny vegetation.<\/li><li>India is home to different types of natural vegetation, ranging from tropical forests to tundra vegetation owing to the different relief features and soils found here.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Affecting_Natural_Vegetation\"><\/span>Factors Affecting Natural Vegetation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The factors affecting natural vegetation are as follows<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Land <\/strong>The slope of the land plays an important role in determining natural vegetation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Fertile lands are <strong>Soil t<\/strong>he threadless of soils and different types of soil affect natural vegetation. Mangroves and deltaic are used for agriculture.<\/li><li>Climate Temperature and rainfall are two major climatic components that influence vegetation. vegetation is found on marshy soils.<\/li><li>Trees are scarce if there is not much rainfall during the warm growing season.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegetation_Regions_and_Their_Areas\"><\/span>Vegetation Regions and Their Areas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Vegetation Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Annual Rainfall<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Areas<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Growth of Vegetation<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests<\/td><td>Above 250 cm<\/td><td>Western Ghats, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Assam, Andaman and Nicobar islands, North-Eastern region<\/td><td>Trees do not shed their leaves and are in the form of three to four storeys<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests<\/td><td>200-250 cm<\/td><td>Western coast, Assam, lower slopes of Himalayas, Andaman<\/td><td>Evergreen trees mixed with deciduous, closed canopy of shrubs, and grasses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tropical Dry Evergreen Forests<\/td><td>100-125 cm<\/td><td>Tamil Nadu coast, Eastern slopes of Western Ghats, North-Eastern part of the peninsula, foothills of the Himalayas in Shiwaliks, Bhabar, Terai<\/td><td>A wide and irregular area running North-South from foothills of Himalayas to Cape, 50-75 cm rainfall<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests<\/td><td>100-150 cm<\/td><td>Eastern Rajasthan, East and North Punjab, North Gujarat, parts of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka<\/td><td>Deciduous with low thorny trees, reaching hardly the height of 10 m, with a light canopy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests<\/td><td>70-100 cm<\/td><td>Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka<\/td><td>Trees shedding their leaves during spring and early summer, gregarious species, average height between 30-40 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tropical Thorny Forests<\/td><td>Less than 60 cm<\/td><td>Western parts of Rajasthan<\/td><td>Gregarious species, with trees attaining an average height between 30-40 m, deciduous with low thorny trees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Savanna Vegetation<\/td><td>Annual rainfall varies<\/td><td>Central and Western India, Ganga, Thickest at some places in Western Mahanadi, Krishna, Godavari, Kaveri delta<\/td><td>Small trees and grasses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Desert Vegetation<\/td><td>10-50 cm<\/td><td>Rajasthan, parts of Gujarat<\/td><td>Cactus and thorny bushes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tidal Swamp Forests<\/td><td>40-200 cm<\/td><td>Coastal areas along Ganga, Mahanadi, Krishna, Godavari, Kaveri delta<\/td><td>Mixed forests of broad-leaved and conifers, saltwater mixed with freshwater, stilt-like roots and numerous climbers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Montane Sub-tropical Forests<\/td><td>75-125 cm<\/td><td>Eastern Himalayas, Western Himalayas<\/td><td>Montane sub-tropical forests occur above 1000 m, mixed forests of broad-leaved and conifers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Vegetation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rainfall<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Areas<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Growth of Vegetation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Trees and Forests<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Montane Temperate Forests<\/td><td>Eastern Himalayas, Western Himalayas<\/td><td>Above 1830 m, Above 1500 m<\/td><td>Nilgiri, Palni hills, Higher parts of Western Ghats<\/td><td>Luxurious forests of evergreen species<\/td><td>Deodar, Indian Chestnut, Magnolia, Blue Pine, Oaks, Hemlock<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sub-tropical Broad Leaved Hill Forests<\/td><td>Eastern Himalayas, Nilgiri, Palni hills<\/td><td>75 &#8211; 125 cm<\/td><td>Eastern Himalayas, Nilgiri, Palni hills<\/td><td>Form luxurious forests of evergreen species<\/td><td>Oaks, Chestnuts, Sals, Pines<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sub-tropical Dry Evergreen Forests<\/td><td>Bhabar region, Shiwaliks, Western Himalayas<\/td><td>50-100 cm<\/td><td>Bhabar region, Shiwaliks, Western Himalayas up to 1000 m altitude<\/td><td>Olive, Acacia, Modesta, Pistaca<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Temperate Forests<\/td><td>Eastern Himalayas<\/td><td>150-300 cm<\/td><td>Eastern Himalayas<\/td><td>Composed mainly of coniferous species like Spruce<\/td><td>Deodar, Chilauni, Indian Chestnut, Birch, Blue Pine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Himalayan Moist Temperate Forests<\/td><td>Temperate zone of Himalayas<\/td><td>150-250 cm<\/td><td>Between 1500-3300 m in the Himalayas<\/td><td>Mainly composed of coniferous species like Pines, Cedars, Silver Firs<\/td><td>Pines, Cedars, Silver Firs, Spruce, etc<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Himalayan Dry Temperate Forests<\/td><td>Inner dry regions of Himalayas<\/td><td>Low annual rainfall<\/td><td>Inner dry regions of the Himalayas<\/td><td>Mainly xerophytic shrubs<\/td><td>Chilgoza, Oak, Olive, Deodar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alpine Forests<\/td><td>Eastern and Western Himalayas<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>Between 2900-3650 m in Eastern and Western Himalayas, Alpine meadows in Uttarakhand<\/td><td>Close vegetation with or without conifers, Grassland vegetation<\/td><td>Spruce, Fir, Birch, Junipers, Rhododendron<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forest\"><\/span>Forest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A forest is a large geographical area dominated by trees, animals of various species, aquatic biomes, and micro-organisms. Forests provide us with shelter, livelihoods, water, food, and fuel security.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forest_Based_on_Administrative\"><\/span>Forest Based on Administrative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on administration, forests in India are classified as<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Reserved Forests <\/strong>These forests are under the direct supervision of the government, where no public entry is allowed for collecting timber and grazing of cattle. They are 53% of the total forest area in India.<\/li><li><strong>Protected Forests<\/strong> These forests are looked after by the governments, but the local public are allowed to collect timber\/firewood and graze their cattle without causing serious damage to the forests. They are 29% of the total forest area in India.<\/li><li><strong>Unclassified Forests<\/strong> These are unclassified forests, where there is no restriction on cutting trees or grazing animals. They are 18% of the total forests in India.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forest_Based_on_Constitutional_Division\"><\/span>Forest Based on Constitutional Division<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on constitutional division, forests in India are classified as&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>State Forests<\/strong> These are under the full control of the government (State\/Central) and include almost all the important forest areas of the country. They are about 93.8% of the total forest area in India<\/li><li><strong>Communal Forests:<\/strong> These forests, constituting approximately 4.9% of India&#8217;s total forest area, are owned and administered by local bodies such as Municipal Corporations, Municipal Boards, Town Areas, District Boards, and Village Panchayats.<\/li><li><strong>Private Forests: <\/strong>Under private ownership, these forests are undergoing rapid conversion into wastelands. Odisha boasts the highest private forest area in the country, accounting for nearly 1.3% of the total forest area in India.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forests_Based_on_Commercial_Aspects\"><\/span>Forests Based on Commercial Aspects:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Merchantable Forests:<\/strong> Covering about 82% of the country&#8217;s forest area, these accessible forests facilitate easy movement.<\/li><li><strong>Non-Merchantable Forests: <\/strong>Situated in higher mountain regions, constituting around 18% of the country&#8217;s forest area.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forests_Based_on_Structure\"><\/span>Forests Based on Structure:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Conifer Forests<\/strong>: These temperate forests cover 6.5% of the country&#8217;s forest area.<\/li><li><strong>Broad-Leaf Forests: <\/strong>Encompassing tropical and temperate monsoon forests, 94% of the country&#8217;s forest area falls under this category. These forests are predominantly found in plain, plateau, and mountainous regions.<\/li><li><strong>Forest Based on Exploitability:<\/strong> Approximately 58% of the country&#8217;s forest area falls under this category, consisting mostly of reserved forests intended for future use.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Government_Initiatives_for_Forest_Conservation\"><\/span>&nbsp;Government Initiatives for Forest Conservation:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>National Forest Policy, 1952: <\/strong>Introduced as the first national forest policy, it aimed to expand forest cover to 1\/3rd of the entire Indian landmass. The new National Forest Policy, of 2020, focuses on increasing forest cover from the present 6% to 25% by 2030.<\/li><li><strong>Compensatory Afforestation Fund (CAF): <\/strong>Enacted in 2016, the CAF Act manages funds collected for compensatory afforestation. 90% of CAF money goes to states, and 10% is retained by the center.<\/li><li><strong>National Bamboo Mission:<\/strong> Aiming to increase bamboo plantations in non-forest land, this mission contributes to farm income, climate change resilience, and raw material availability for industries. Implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, it seeks to double farmers&#8217; income and benefit the rural economy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forest_Conservation_Act_1980\"><\/span>Forest Conservation Act, 1980<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Forest Conservation Act of 1980, enacted by the Parliament of India, ensures the preservation of forests and their resources. It addresses deforestation by prohibiting the indiscriminate felling of trees for non-forestry purposes without prior clearance from the Central Government.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chipko_Movement\"><\/span>Chipko Movement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Chipko Movement, a non-violent agitation in 1973, aimed to protect and conserve trees. Originating in Uttar Pradesh&#8217;s Chamoli district (now in Uttarakhand), the movement quickly spread to other states in North India. Villagers, symbolizing the movement&#8217;s name &#8220;embrace,&#8221; hugged trees to prevent them from being felled.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_State_of_Forest_Report_2021\"><\/span>India State of Forest Report, 2021<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The <strong>India State of Forest Report (ISFR),<\/strong> 2021 reveals an increase of 261 sq km in India&#8217;s forest and tree cover compared to the previous assessment in 2019. Mangrove cover has grown to 4992 sq km, witnessing a 17 sq km increase. Aligned with the National Forest Policy, of 1988, India aims to maintain one-third of the country&#8217;s total area under forest and tree cover. <strong>Madhya Pradesh<\/strong> leads in forest cover, followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Maharashtra.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Forestry\"><\/span>Social Forestry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In social forestry, communities, and the government collaborate to grow forests for environmental, societal, and rural development.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Tree plantation on barren land is a key aspect of social forestry, addressing environmental, social, and rural development goals. Coined by the National Commission on Agriculture in 1976, social forestry aims to alleviate the strain on forests.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-cse-gs-integrated-course?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Integrated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42401 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Social_Forestry\"><\/span>Types of Social Forestry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Agro-Forestry: <\/strong>Combining trees and farming for sustainable agricultural practices, addressing climate issues, and increasing farmers&#8217; income.<\/li><li><strong>Community Agro-Forestry:<\/strong> Forestation on common public barren land, growing Khejri trees for fodder, fuel, and medicine. Aims to involve landless people in forestry for mutual benefits.<\/li><li><strong>Urban Forestry:<\/strong> Managing trees and forest resources in urban communities for physiological, sociological, economic, and aesthetic benefits. Cities like <strong>Gandhinagar and Chandigarh <\/strong>lead in per capita urban greenery in India.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Farm_Forestry\"><\/span>Farm Forestry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Under farm forestry, farmers grow trees for commercial and non-commercial purposes on their lands.<\/li><li>In farm forestry, tree plantation and management is purely on private lands.<\/li><li>Individual farmers are encouraged to plant trees on their farmland to meet the domestic needs of the family<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forest_Survey_of_India_FSI\"><\/span>Forest Survey of India (FSI)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Forest Survey of India (FSI) is a Government of Indian Organisation under the Ministry of Environment and Forests established on 1st June, 1981. Its main task is to undertake a survey and assessment of the forest resources of the country regularly.<\/li><li>The organization&#8217;s precursor was the Pre-Investment Survey of Forest Resources (PISFR), a project that started in 1965, with aid from UNDP and FAO.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelims_Facts\"><\/span>Prelims Facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Where are evergreen forests found in India? Western Ghats<strong> (UPPSC (Pre) 2015]<\/strong><\/li><li>Presence of Tropical rainforest in India is in &#8211; Assam and Kerala <strong>[JPSC (Mains) 2016]<\/strong><\/li><li>In which forest of India, the Teak is a dominant tree species? &#8211; Tropical moist deciduous forests <strong>[UPPSC (Pre) 2007<\/strong><\/li><li>In India which type of forest among the types of forest occupies the largest area? -Tropical moist deciduous forest <strong>[IAS (Pre) 2010]<\/strong><\/li><li>Which state of India has the largest area of Teak forest? &#8211; Madhya Pradesh<strong> (MPPSC (Pre) 2021]<\/strong><\/li><li>Which type of tree is found at the highest altitude above sea level? -Pine (<strong>UPPSC (Pre) 2007]<\/strong><\/li><li>Forests of which state of India are classified as semi-tropical? &#8211; Madhya Pradesh <strong>[RAS\/RTS (Pre) 2003]<\/strong><\/li><li>Which state of India is covered with dense deciduous forests? &#8211; Madhya Pradesh <strong>(BPSC (Pre) 2019]<\/strong><\/li><li>Which district is surrounded by the densest deciduous forest area? &#8211; West Champaran (BPSC <strong>(Pre) 2014]<\/strong><\/li><li>Lisa, an important non-primitive forest produce obtained from &#8211; Pine<strong> (UKPSC (Mains) 2002)<\/strong><\/li><li>Major resources of the Western Himalayan region is -Forest <strong>(RAS\/RTS (Pre) 2010]<\/strong><\/li><li>Mangrove (Tidal Forest) vegetation is mainly found in dia in &#8211; Sundarbans<strong> (CGPSC (Pre) 2012<\/strong><\/li><li>Which Indian state has the maximum percentage of mangrove cover in the country? West Bengal <strong>[Odisha PSC (Pre) 2016]<\/strong><\/li><li>Which regions of India has a combination of mangrove forests, evergreen forest and deciduous forest? &#8211; Andaman and Nicobar Islands<strong> [IAS (Pre) 2015]<\/strong><\/li><li>What is the scientific name of the &#8216;Flame of the Forest&#8217;? Butea Monosperma (Palash) Tree <strong>[RAS\/RTS (Pre) 2010)<\/strong><\/li><li>Which forest (territorial) circle is the largest in the Chhattisgarh &#8211; Bilaspur forest circle [CGPSC <strong>(Pre) 2021)<\/strong><\/li><li>Tidal forests of the Ganga -Brahmaputra delta mainly consist of &#8211; Hardwood Palms (Tripura PSC <strong>(Pre) 2017)<\/strong><\/li><li>What is the minimum land area recommended for forest to cover to maintain proper ecological balance in India? -33% (<strong>JPSC (Pre) 2021)<\/strong><\/li><li>What percentage of the total forest area of MP, Teak trees are found? -About 20% <strong>(MPPSC (Pre) 2021]<\/strong><\/li><li>As per &#8216;India State of Forest Report 2021&#8217; which state has registered the maximum increase in forest cover? &#8211; Andhra Pradesh<strong> (UPPSC (Pre) 2022)<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_NCERT_Practice_Questions\"><\/span>UPSC NCERT Practice Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Where_among_the_following_are_evergreen_forests_UPPSC_Pre_2015\"><\/span>1. Where among the following are evergreen forests UPPSC (Pre) 2015<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Malwa plateau<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Eastern Ghats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Western Ghats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Chota Nagpur plateau<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_In_which_of_the_following_ecosystems_the_organic_matter_of_plants_is_maximum_UPPSC_Pre_2017\"><\/span>2. In which of the following ecosystems, the organic matter of plants is maximum? UPPSC (Pre) 2017<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Tropical Deciduous Forest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Tropical Rainforest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Temperate Deciduous Forest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Desert Shrubs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Where_is_sandalwood_commonly_found\"><\/span>3. Where is sandalwood commonly found?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Tropical Evergreen Forest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Tropical Scrub Land Areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Alpine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Tropical Deciduous Forests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_state_of_India_has_the_largest_area_of_teak_forest_MPPSC_Pre_2021\"><\/span>4. Which state of India has the largest area of teak forest? MPPSC (Pre) 2021<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Jharkhand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Andhra Pradesh<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Uttarakhand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Madhya Pradesh<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_of_the_following_districts_is_surrounded_by_the_densest_deciduous_forest_area_BPSC_Pre_2014\"><\/span>5. Which of the following districts is surrounded by the densest deciduous forest area? BPSC (Pre) 2014<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) West Champaran<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Gaya<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Kaimur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Nawada<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Spruce_and_Cedar_are_varieties_of_tree_species_found_in_which_forests_UPPSC_Pre_2017\"><\/span>6. Spruce and Cedar are varieties of tree species, found in which forests? UPPSC (Pre) 2017<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Equatorial Forests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Temperate Coniferous Forests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Temperate Deciduous Forests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Monsoon Forests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_one_of_the_following_trees_is_pre-dominant_in_the_temperate_belt_of_the_Western_Himalayas\"><\/span>7. Which one of the following trees is pre-dominant in the temperate belt of the Western Himalayas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Pine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Cedar&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Silver Fir<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Blue Pine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_one_of_the_following_is_not_essentially_a_species_of_the_Himalayan_vegetation_IAS_Pre_2008\"><\/span>8. Which one of the following is not essentially a species of the Himalayan vegetation? IAS (Pre) 2008<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Juniper<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Mahogany&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Silver Fir&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Spruce<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_of_the_following_Indian_StatesUnion_Territories_has_the_maximum_percentage_of_mangrove_cover_in_the_country_Odisha_PSC_Pre_2016\"><\/span>9. Which of the following Indian States\/Union Territories has the maximum percentage of mangrove cover in the country? Odisha PSC (Pre) 2016<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Gujarat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) West Bengal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Andaman and Nicobar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Odisha<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_With_the_point_of_view_of_availability_which_of_the_following_forest_territorial_circles_is_the_largest_in_Chhattisgarh_CGPSC_Pre_2021\"><\/span>10. With the point of view of availability, which of the following forest (territorial) circles is the largest in Chhattisgarh? CGPSC (Pre) 2021.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Bilaspur Forest Circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Sarguja Forest Circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Bastar Forest Circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Raipur Forest Circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Among_the_following_states_which_has_the_highest_forest_density_in_India_JPSC_Pre_2022\"><\/span>11. Among the following states, which has the highest forest density in India? JPSC (Pre) 2022<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Mizoram<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b Assam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Gujarat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Nagaland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_As_per_the_Indian_State_of_Forest_Report_2021_which_of_the_following_states_has_registered_the_maximum_increase_in_the_forest_cover_during_the_last_two_years_UPPSC_Pre_2022\"><\/span>12. As per the Indian State of Forest Report 2021 which of the following states has registered the maximum increase in the forest cover during the last two years? UPPSC (Pre) 2022<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a)&nbsp; Andhra Pradesh<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Telangana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Arunachal Pradesh<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Kerala<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_What_is_the_minimum_land_area_recommended_for_forest_cover_to_maintain_proper_ecological_balance_in_India_JPSC_Pre_2021\"><\/span>13. What is the minimum land area recommended for forest cover to maintain proper ecological balance in India? JPSC (Pre) 2021<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) 30%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) 33%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) 25%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) 27%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Consider_the_following_trees_IAS_Pre_2023\"><\/span>14. Consider the following trees IAS (Pre) 2023<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Mahua (Madhuca indica)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Teak (Tectona grandis)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How many of the above are deciduous trees?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Only one<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Only two<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) All three<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) None<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Consider_the_following_statements_with_reference_to_Uttar_Pradesh_IAS_Pre_2023\"><\/span>15. 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Understanding the types of vegetation helps in comprehending the climate, soil, and topography of an area, which is essential for answering questions related to environmental issues, biodiversity, and sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_How_can_UPSC_NCERT_notes_on_natural_vegetation_assist_in_grasping_geographical_concepts\"><\/span>Q2: How can UPSC NCERT notes on natural vegetation assist in grasping geographical concepts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A2: UPSC NCERT notes on natural vegetation provide concise and well-structured information on the distribution, characteristics, and ecological significance of different types of vegetation. These notes serve as a valuable resource for grasping geographical concepts, helping aspirants build a strong foundation in understanding the correlation between natural vegetation and various geographical factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_How_does_knowledge_of_natural_vegetation_contribute_to_answering_questions_on_environmental_challenges_in_the_UPSC_exam\"><\/span>Q3: How does knowledge of natural vegetation contribute to answering questions on environmental challenges in the UPSC exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A3: An in-depth understanding of natural vegetation equips UPSC aspirants to address questions related to environmental challenges. Knowledge about the impact of human activities on different types of vegetation, deforestation, and biodiversity loss allows candidates to formulate informed responses on environmental issues, making their answers more comprehensive and analytical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_How_can_UPSC_NCERT_notes_aid_in_preparing_for_questions_on_the_conservation_of_natural_vegetation\"><\/span>Q4: How can UPSC NCERT notes aid in preparing for questions on the conservation of natural vegetation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A4: UPSC NCERT notes provide insights into conservation strategies and efforts related to natural vegetation. By studying these notes, aspirants can gain knowledge about national and international initiatives, policies, and measures aimed at preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable practices. This information is valuable for answering questions on conservation in the UPSC exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_In_what_ways_can_the_study_of_natural_vegetation_in_UPSC_NCERT_note_enhance_the_preparation_for_geography_optional_subjects\"><\/span>Q5: In what ways can the study of natural vegetation in UPSC NCERT note enhance the preparation for geography optional subjects?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A5: For candidates opting for geography as their optional subject, a thorough understanding of natural vegetation is essential. UPSC NCERT notes cover fundamental concepts, classifications, and patterns of natural vegetation, serving as a comprehensive guide for the geography optional syllabus. 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