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[#301] The common name of Terminalia Chebula is
Correct Answer

(B) Harra

Explanation

Solution: The common name of Terminalia Chebula is Harra. Harra is a small or medium sized tree and is found on higher plateaus, in open forests. The tree is valued for the fruit which supplies the myrobolan of commerce. It is used in tanning and medicine industries.

[#302] Aloe Vera is the botanical name of
Correct Answer

(B) Aloe barbadensis miller

Explanation

Solution: The botanical name of aloe vera is Aloe barbadensis miller. It belongs to the family of Liliaceae or Asphodelaceae. It is a shrubby, perennial and xerophytic plant and has originated from the Arabian Peninsula.

[#303] According to India State of Forest Report, 2017, which among the following district of Madhya Pradesh has highest percentage of area under forest cover?
Correct Answer

(C) Balaghat

Explanation

Solution: According to India State of Forest Report, 2017, Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh has highest percentage of area under forest cover. Among the districts, Balaghat has the densest forest cover, with 53.44 percent of its area covered by forests. It is followed by Umaria and Mandla.

[#304] What is extracted from Khair tree?
Correct Answer

(D) kattha

Explanation

Solution: Kattha & cutch are extracted from wood of Khair tree. Acacia is the botanical name of this tree and it has different varieties like Acacia Sundra, Acacia Catechuoides & Acacia Catechu. These species of tree are mainly concentrated in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh.

[#305] Madhya Pradesh is considered as the
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: Madhya Pradesh is considered as the Khandwa circle is the largest forest circle, famous place for teak production, first state to nationalise tendul leaf.