The greatest threat to mangroves in India is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The greatest threat to mangroves in India is:
A. Aquaculture and coastal development
B. Desert expansion
C. High altitude grazing
D. Coniferous logging
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
It leads to loss of coastal protection.
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Question #1
Which type of forest acts as an important carbon sink due to dense biomass?
A. Tropical Evergreen Forest
B. Thorn Forest
C. Scrub Forest
D. Grassland
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Evergreen forests store large amounts of carbon in vegetation and soil, helping mitigate climate change.
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Question #2
Which of the following is a characteristic of Tropical Thorn forests?
A. Dense canopy
B. Broadleaf trees
C. Evergreen trees
D. Succulent stems and leaves
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Tropical Thorn forests consist of thorny trees and bushes with succulent stems and leaves, adapted to arid conditions.[reference:37]
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Question #3
The Western Ghats are primarily known for which type of forest?
A. Thorn Forest
B. Mangrove Forest
C. Tropical Evergreen Forest
D. Alpine Forest
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Western Ghats receive heavy rainfall and support tropical evergreen forests.
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