Which of the following tree species is/are found on Himalayas ? 1. O

Which of the following tree species is/are found on Himalayas ?

  • 1. Oak
  • 2. Rhododendron
  • 3. Rosewood

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1 only
2 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 2
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-1 – 2023
The correct answer is D) 1 and 2.
The Himalayas exhibit a wide range of vegetation types depending on altitude and rainfall. Oak (Quercus species) trees are commonly found in the temperate forest zones of the Himalayas. Rhododendron species are also characteristic plants of the Himalayan region, particularly in the temperate to sub-alpine zones, known for their vibrant flowers. Rosewood (e.g., Dalbergia latifolia) is primarily a tropical hardwood species found in peninsular India, especially in the Western Ghats, and is not typical of the Himalayan flora.
Himalayan vegetation transitions from tropical deciduous forests at lower altitudes to temperate forests (including oaks, pines, deodars, firs, spruces), alpine meadows, and finally tundra/nival zones at the highest elevations. Rhododendrons are a prominent feature of the temperate and alpine flora.
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