In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?
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A.
Tropical moist deciduous forest
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B.
Tropical rain forest
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C.
Tropical thorn scrub forest
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D.
Temperate forest with grasslands
Correct Answer:
A. Tropical moist deciduous forest
Explanation:
In India, teak is a dominant tree species in the Tropical moist deciduous forest.
Tropical moist deciduous forests, also known as monsoon forests, occur in areas with rainfall between 100-200 cm.
Teak thrives in these forests and is economically important for its high-quality timber.
These forests are found in regions like Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and the Eastern slopes of the Western Ghats.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) Tropical moist deciduous forest.
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