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These areas that are particularly important for biodiversity conservation are called biodiversity hotspots. 

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Important Questions on Management of Natural Resources

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Read the following statements.
(P) The branchy part of a tree above the trunk is known as the ___of the tree.
(Q) The branches of tall trees look like a roof over the other plants. This is known as ___.
(R) The ___ is covered with a layer of dead and decaying leaves, fruits, seeds, twigs and herbs.
(S) In rainforests, the vegetation that grows under the shade of the canopy is known as the ___.
Select the option that correctly fills up the blanks in any two statements.
(A) (Q) - Crown (S) - Forest floor
(B) (P) - Crown (S) - Understorey
(C) (Q) - Canopy (R) - Understorey
(D) (P) - Canopy (R) - Forest floor
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Joint forest management is an example of 
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Arabari project was started in 1972 in
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What are 'biodiversity hot spots'?
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Select the incorrect option about the man-made and natural causes of the exploitation of forests.
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The most rapidly dwindling natural resource in the world is
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'Hug the Trees Movement' is known as the 
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Which of the following statements are correct?
(i) Some animals help us in keeping our environment clean. They consume dead animals and dispose of them off. They are called scavengers.
(ii) Quinine, a forest product obtained from the bark of the Cinchona tree, is widely used to treat typhoid.
(iii) Van Mahotsava is a festival of cutting down trees.
(iv) World Forest Day is celebrated in 21st March every year.
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Which forests have maximum diversity?
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Who are the stakeholders of the forests?
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What are the effects of deforestation?
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Which of the following are the stakeholders of the forests?
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The major programme started to replenish the damaged forests is called