The correct answer is: C. 5.13%
As per India State of Forest Report 2017, the forest cover of the state is 5.13% of its geographical area. This is lower than the national average of 21.7%. The state has been losing forest cover at an alarming rate in recent years. This is due to a number of factors, including deforestation, mining, and urbanization. The loss of forest cover is having a number of negative impacts on the state, including climate change, soil erosion, and water pollution. The state government needs to take urgent steps to protect its forests.
Option A is incorrect because the forest cover of the state is 5.13%, not 27.12%.
Option B is incorrect because the forest cover of the state is 5.13%, not 30.00%.
Option D is incorrect because the forest cover of the state is 5.13%, not 12.25%.