The predominant forest type in the hills of Manipur is:

Tropical Moist Deciduous Forest
Subtropical Pine Forest
Montane Wet Temperate Forest
Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forest

The correct answer is: Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forest.

Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests are a type of tropical moist broadleaf forest that is found in areas with a mean annual temperature of 20-25 degrees Celsius and a mean annual rainfall of 1,500-2,500 mm. These forests are characterized by a canopy that is composed of both evergreen and deciduous trees. The evergreen trees provide a continuous canopy throughout the year, while the deciduous trees lose their leaves during the dry season. Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests are home to a wide variety of plant and animal life, including many species that are found nowhere else in the world.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests are found in areas with a mean annual temperature of 25-30 degrees Celsius and a mean annual rainfall of 1,000-2,000 mm. These forests are characterized by a canopy that is composed of deciduous trees that lose their leaves during the dry season.
  • Subtropical Pine Forests are found in areas with a mean annual temperature of 10-20 degrees Celsius and a mean annual rainfall of 500-1,000 mm. These forests are characterized by a canopy that is composed of pine trees.
  • Montane Wet Temperate Forests are found in areas with a mean annual temperature of 10-15 degrees Celsius and a mean annual rainfall of 2,000-3,000 mm. These forests are characterized by a canopy that is composed of broadleaf trees that are adapted to cool, wet climates.