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In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique ‘living root bridges’ are found in<\/p>\n

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\nThe unique ‘living root bridges’, locally known as Jing Kieng Jri, are found in the state of Meghalaya in Northeast India. They are created by the Khasi and Jaintia people by training the aerial roots of the Indian Rubber Tree (Ficus elastica) across streams and rivers. Over time, these roots grow thicker and stronger, forming robust, living bridges.
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\nLiving root bridges are a fascinating example of bioengineering and sustainable infrastructure, primarily found in the southern part of Meghalaya, known for its high rainfall and dense forests.
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\nThese bridges are naturally self-renewing and grow stronger with time, contrasting with man-made structures that require maintenance and eventually deteriorate. Some of these bridges are hundreds of years old. They are a significant cultural and ecological heritage site and a major tourist attraction in Meghalaya.
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In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique ‘living root bridges’ are found in [amp_mcq option1=”Meghalaya” option2=”Himachal Pradesh” option3=”Jharkhand” option4=”Tamil Nadu” correct=”option1″] This question was previously asked in UPSC IAS – 2015 … <\/p>\n

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