Which of the following is a characteristic feature of deciduous forests? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of deciduous forests?

A. Trees remain green throughout the year

B. Only thorny plants are present

C. Trees shed leaves seasonally

D. No undergrowth exists

Answer: Option C

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Deciduous forests are known for seasonal leaf fall, usually during dry periods, to reduce water loss.

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Tropical Evergreen Forests?

A. Multi-layered dense canopy

B. Seasonal leaf shedding

C. Open grasslands

D. Single-layered canopy

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Evergreen forests have a dense, multi-layered canopy that restricts sunlight from reaching the forest floor.

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Which is a major threat to natural vegetation in India?

A. High rainfall only

B. Deforestation and habitat loss

C. Low population pressure

D. Excessive snowfall

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Human activities like agriculture expansion and logging are primary causes.

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Shola forests are mainly found in:

A. Vindhya Range

B. Western Ghats

C. Eastern Ghats

D. Aravalli Hills

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Shola forests are tropical montane forests found in the higher elevations of the Western Ghats.

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