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Which of the following statements correctly identifies the role of forests as a source of fodder in India?

  1. Forests in India meet the entire fodder requirement through cultivated lands.
  2. Forests in India meet about 30% of fodder requirement, mainly through grazing lands.
  3. Fodder from forests is exclusively for wild animals and not for domestic livestock.

    A3 only

    B2 only

    C1 only

    D1, 3

    Answer:

    B. 2 only

    Read Explanation:

    Forest as a source of fodder

    • The forests in India meet about 30% of fodder requirement mostly through grazing lands.

    • Wide range of fodder plants of herbs, shrubs and trees available in various forest types act as a regular source of fodder not only for wild animals but also for domestic animals in forest fringes.


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