Which type of forest is characterized by trees that shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks in the dry summer? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which type of forest is characterized by trees that shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks in the dry summer?
A. Tropical Evergreen
B. Montane
C. Tropical Deciduous
D. Tropical Thorn
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Tropical Deciduous forests shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks during the dry summer to conserve water.[reference:13]

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Question #1
Which type of forest is also known as 'monsoon forest'?
A. Tropical Thorn
B. Montane
C. Tropical Evergreen
D. Tropical Deciduous

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Tropical Deciduous forests are called monsoon forests because they are influenced by the monsoon, shedding leaves in the dry season.[reference:35][reference:36]

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Question #2
Which forest type is most degraded in India?
A. Remote evergreen
B. Tropical Deciduous due to accessibility
C. None
D. High alpine

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Easily accessible for exploitation.

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Question #3
Which of the following is an important tree species of the Tropical Deciduous forests?
A. Cinchona
B. Mahogany
C. Ebony
D. Sandalwood

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Sandalwood is a commercially important species of Tropical Deciduous forests.[reference:65]

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