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In India, which among the following type of forest occupies the largest area?

In India, which among the following type of forest occupies the largest area? Correct Answer Tropical Moist Deciduous Forest

The correct answer is Tropical Moist Deciduous Forest.

  • Tropical moist deciduous forests extend over 28.6% of the total forest area in India.

Key Points

  • It has occupied the largest area in India.
  • These forests are found in areas where rainfall is between 60 and 120 cm in a year.
  • It is mainly on the Ganga plain, the intermediate part of the Indian peninsula, and the Coimbatore plateau in Tamil Nadu.
  • The main trees of this forest are teak, tamarind, amaltas, khair and bamboo.

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