Mangroves are unique types of trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones, where the land meets the sea. They are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions, such as along the Indian coastline. Mangroves have adapted to living in harsh, saline environments, where other plants cannot survive. They play an important ecological role in coastal ecosystems and provide numerous benefits to both humans and wildlife.
1. What percentage of India’s total mangrove cover is found in the Sundarbans?
a) 10%
b) 25%
c) 50%
d) 70%
2. Which state has the largest area under mangrove cover in India?
a) Maharashtra
b) Gujarat
c) Odisha
d) West Bengal
3. Which of the following is not a type of mangrove found in India?
a) Rhizophora
b) Avicennia
c) Ceriops
d) Ficus
4. Which Indian mangrove forest is a Ramsar site and a biodiversity hotspot?
a) Bhitarkanika Mangroves
b) Sundarbans Mangroves
c) Pichavaram Mangroves
d) Vedaranyam Mangroves
5. Which Indian state has the second-largest area under mangrove cover?
a) Gujarat
b) Maharashtra
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Tamil Nadu
