The “Miyawaki method” is well known for the :

The “Miyawaki method” is well known for the :

[amp_mcq option1=”Promotion of commercial farming in arid and semi-arid areas” option2=”Development of gardens using genetically modified flora” option3=”Creation of mini forests in urban areas” option4=”Harvesting wind energy on coastal areas and on sea surfaces” correct=”option3″]

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UPSC IAS – 2022
The “Miyawaki method” is well known for the creation of mini forests in urban areas.
– The Miyawaki method is a technique pioneered by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki.
– It involves planting diverse native tree and shrub species very densely in a small area, after preparing the soil to be rich in organic matter.
– This method aims to accelerate the growth of a forest ecosystem, creating a dense, biodiverse mini-forest in a relatively short time (often cited as 10 times faster than conventional methods).
– It is particularly popular for creating green spaces, improving air quality, and enhancing biodiversity in urban environments where space is limited.
– Options A, B, and D describe unrelated concepts (commercial farming, genetically modified flora, wind energy harvesting).
The method emphasizes using native species suitable for the local conditions and planting them close together to encourage competition and faster growth towards canopy closure. These mini-forests are also referred to as “tiny forests”.