Multiple choice

In how many regions are the Indian forests divided?

  1. Five

  2. Six

  3. Seven

  4. Eight
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D Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Botanical Survey of India, the country's diverse vegetation is categorized into eight distinct floristic or forest regions. These include the Western Himalayas, Eastern Himalayas, Indus Plain, Gangetic Plain, Central India, Deccan, Malabar, and the Andaman Islands. This classification helps in studying and conserving the unique biodiversity of each zone.

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