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प्रश्न
Write short notes on :
Afforestation or Vana Mahotsava
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उत्तर
Afforestation or Vana Mahotsava — Growing of trees/forest (afforestation) has been taken up as Vana Mahotsava in India which is a tree-planting ceremony started to maintain the ecological balance and prevent the depletion of the ozone layer. The following activities are undertaken on Vana Mahotsava :
(a) Tree planting to increase the area under forests
(b) Care of trees already planted
(c) Protection of trees from insects and pests.
(d) Planting trees on hill slopes and wasteland.
(e) Preventing illegal felling of trees.
(f) Free distribution of saplings.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Match the following.
| Reserved forests | other forests and wastelands belonging to both government and private individuals and communities |
| Protected forests | forests are regarded as most valuable as far as the conservation of forest and wildlife resources |
| Unclassed forests | forest lands are protected from any further depletion |
Where would you find the following in India:
one-horned rhinoceros
- Identify the type of forest shown in the photograph.
- Write two characteristics of this type of forest.
What do you mean by mangrove?
Write short notes on :
Mountain or Alpine forest
List some direct and indirect advantages from forests.
Define with example:
National Park
Mark some important biosphere reserves, bird sanctuaries and national parks of India?
Sariska wildlife sanctuary is located in which state?
Which is not a threat to tiger population in India?
