Question

UPSC Prelims 2023 Question:

Consider the following trees

Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus)

Mahua (Madhuca indica)

Teak (Tectona grandis)

How many of the above are deciduous trees?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. All three
4. None

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 2: Only two

Detailed Solution

Explanation:

- Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is an evergreen tree, which means they retain their leaves throughout the year and do not shed them seasonally. So, point 1 is not correct.

Mahua (Madhuca indica) is found in the dry deciduous type of forests like the Forests of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. So, point 2 is correct.

Teak (Tectona grandis) is a moist deciduous tree. Teak wood forests are mainly found in North East India. So, point 3 is correct.

Therefore, option (2) is the correct answer.

Subject: Geography | Natural Vegetation and Wildlife

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