UPSC 2015GeographyModerate

In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?

A
Tropical moist deciduous forest
Correct Answer
B
Tropical rain forest
C
Tropical thorn scrub forest
D
Temperate forest with grasslands

Explanation

Teak (*Tectona grandis*) is the most dominant and commercially significant species of the Tropical Moist Deciduous forests, which are found in regions receiving 100-200 cm of annual rainfall. While Tropical Rain Forests (Option B) also support dense vegetation, they are characterized by evergreen species like mahogany and rosewood that require much higher rainfall (above 200 cm) and lack a distinct leaf-shedding season. This question tests the classification of Indian natural vegetation based on climatic parameters, specifically the identification of indicator species for different forest types.

BiogeographyForest Types in India (Teak)Teakdominant tree speciesTropical moist deciduous forestTropical rain forestTropical thorn scrub forestTemperate forest with grasslandsIndia

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