The correct answer is: b) Rare and endangered plant species.
Meghalaya’s ‘Red List’ of plants is a list of plant species that are considered to be rare or endangered. The list is compiled by the Meghalaya State Biodiversity Board and is used to help protect these plants.
The list includes plants that are threatened by habitat loss, over-exploitation, and other factors. The list is also used to help raise awareness about the importance of conserving these plants.
The list is updated regularly as new information becomes available.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
a) Commercially valuable plant species: This option is incorrect because the ‘Red List’ of plants does not aim to identify commercially valuable plant species. The list is focused on identifying rare and endangered plant species.
b) Rare and endangered plant species: This option is correct because the ‘Red List’ of plants aims to identify rare and endangered plant species. The list is compiled by the Meghalaya State Biodiversity Board and is used to help protect these plants.
c) Invasive species: This option is incorrect because the ‘Red List’ of plants does not aim to identify invasive species. Invasive species are plants that are not native to an area and that can cause harm to the environment.
d) Plant species with medicinal properties: This option is incorrect because the ‘Red List’ of plants does not aim to identify plant species with medicinal properties. The list is focused on identifying rare and endangered plant species.