SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 46

SSC MTS - 29/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • General Awareness • Q46

Magnolia and Laurel trees are found in which type of forest in India?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Montane Forests.

Magnolia and Laurel trees are primarily found in montane forests of India, which occur in hilly and mountainous regions, usually at elevations between 1,000 and 3,000 meters. These forests are part of the temperate or subtropical evergreen forests and are characterized by cool temperatures, high rainfall, and persistent humidity. In India, they are mainly distributed in the Himalayan region, including states like Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Uttarakhand, as well as in the Western Ghats.