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Geography • Indian GeographyEasy

Which of the following types of forests covers the maximum geographical area in India?

A. Tropical Evergreen forests
B. Tropical Deciduous forests✓ Correct Answer
C. Mountain/Montane forests
D. Mangrove forests

💡 Solution & Explanation

Tropical Deciduous forests cover the largest share of the total forest cover in India, thriving in regions receiving moderate to high seasonal rainfall. Tropical evergreen forests occupy comparatively smaller areas restricted to heavy rainfall zones like the Western Ghats and Northeast India.

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