Current Affairs based Modal MCQs - Biodiversity & Environment

Total Questions: 20
1

Consider the following statements regarding the changes in Forest Cover in India as per ISFR 2023:

  1. The maximum increase in the combined forest and tree cover area has been reported from the states of Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka, where Madhya Pradesh alone contributed over 700 sq. km.
  2. Lakshadweep, with over 91% forest cover relative to its geographical area, has the highest percentage of forest cover among all Indian states and union territories.
  3. The decadal analysis of forest cover in the Western Ghats Eco-Sensitive Areas shows a net gain of over 100 sq km in forest cover owing to significant increase in Very Dense Forests compensating the decline in Open Forests.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

A
1 and 2 only
B
2 only
C
2 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
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