Question
UPSC Prelims 2019 Question:
Consider the following states
- Chhattisgarh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Odisha
With reference to the States mentioned above, in terms of percentage of forest cover to the total area of State, which one of the following is the correct ascending order?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 3: 3-2-4-1
Detailed Solution
Explanation:
- As per India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2017, The following table gives details about percentage of forest cover to the total area of State:
|
State |
Percent of Geographic Area |
|
Maharashtra |
16.47 % |
|
Madhya Pradesh |
25.11 % |
|
Odisha |
32.98 % |
|
Chattisgarh |
41.09 % |
|
Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
81.73 % |
|
Lakshadweep |
90.33 % |
- Thus, the correct ascending order is → Maharashtra –> Madhya Pradesh –> Odisha –> Chhattisgarh
Therefore, option (3) is the correct answer.
Subject: Geography | Natural Vegetation and Wildlife
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