Which grassland ecosystem is found above the tree line in the Himalayas? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which grassland ecosystem is found above the tree line in the Himalayas?

A. Alpine Meadow

B. Prairie

C. Steppe

D. Savanna

Answer: Option A

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Alpine meadows occur above the tree line where only grasses and shrubs can survive.

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The vegetation found in areas with annual rainfall below 50 cm is generally:

A. Evergreen Forest

B. Mangrove Forest

C. Desert and Thorn Vegetation

D. Montane Forest

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Very low rainfall areas support xerophytic plants such as cactus, babool, and thorny shrubs.

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Question #2

Alpine vegetation is characterized by:

A. Tall trees

B. Xerophytes

C. Low-growing shrubs and meadows above tree line

D. Mangrove adaptations

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Found above 3000-3500 m.

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Question #3

Which region of India is famous for tropical semi-evergreen forests?

A. Punjab Plains

B. Western Ghats and Northeast India

C. Cold Desert of Ladakh

D. Thar Desert

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Semi-evergreen forests occur in areas with slightly lower rainfall than evergreen forests, especially in the Western Ghats and Northeast India.

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