The correct answer is: B. 61.66%
Himachal Pradesh is a state in India with a total geographical area of 55,673 square kilometers. Of this, 34,800 square kilometers (61.66%) is covered by forests. The state has a rich biodiversity, with over 3,000 species of plants and animals. The forests of Himachal Pradesh play an important role in the state’s economy, providing timber, fuelwood, and other forest products. They also help to regulate the climate, prevent soil erosion, and provide a habitat for wildlife.
Option A is incorrect because it is the percentage of the total geographical area of India that is covered by forests. Option C is incorrect because it is the percentage of the total geographical area of Uttarakhand that is covered by forests. Option D is incorrect because it is the percentage of the total geographical area of Jammu and Kashmir that is covered by forests.