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Question

Match List-I with List-II and select the answer using the codes given below the Lists :
 

List-I

(Forest type)

List-II

(Specie)

A. Tropical Moist Forest1. Kail
B. Littoral and Swamp Forest2. Khair
C. Tropical Thorn Forest3. Sonneratia
D. Alpine Forest4. Rosewood


Codes :

This question was previously asked in
CDS 1 2026 Maths Question Paper (12-Apr-2026)
The correct answer is
A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1

Forest Species Matching

This question requires matching forest types from List-I with their characteristic species provided in List-II.

Matching Tropical Moist Forest

A. Tropical Moist Forest is typically associated with species like 4. Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia), which requires substantial moisture and is found in moist deciduous forests.

Matching Littoral and Swamp Forest

B. Littoral and Swamp Forest environments are characterized by species adapted to waterlogged or coastal conditions. 3. Sonneratia, a common mangrove genus, fits this category.

Matching Tropical Thorn Forest

C. Tropical Thorn Forest occurs in arid and semi-arid regions. 2. Khair (Acacia catechu) is a well-known species found in such dry deciduous and thorn forest areas.

Matching Alpine Forest

D. Alpine Forest exists at high altitudes. 1. Kail (Pinus wallichiana or Blue Pine) is a coniferous tree native to the Himalayan alpine regions.

Final Code Selection

Based on the established matches:

  • A corresponds to 4
  • B corresponds to 3
  • C corresponds to 2
  • D corresponds to 1

This results in the code A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1.

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