Which vegetation zone is found immediately below the alpine zone in the Himalayas? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which vegetation zone is found immediately below the alpine zone in the Himalayas?

A. Mangrove Zone

B. Desert Zone

C. Coniferous Forest Zone

D. Grassland Zone

Answer: Option C

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Coniferous forests occur below the alpine zone and consist of pine, fir, spruce, and deodar trees.

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