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UPSC 2003: Which one among the following covers the highest percentage of forest area in the world?
(a)Temperate Coniferous forests
(b)Temperate Deciduous forests
(c)Tropical Monsoon forests
(d)Tropical Rain forests
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (a) Temperate Coniferous forests
Temperate coniferous forests (dominated by pines, spruces, firs, etc.) cover the largest share of the world’s forested land—much of northern North America, Europe and Asia—so option (a) is correct. The combined area of tropical rain, monsoon and temperate deciduous forests is smaller. ([aspireias.com](https://www.aspireias.com/upsc-general-study-10years-paper/2003))
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What is the correct answer to this UPSC 2003 Geography question?▼
The correct answer is option (a): Temperate Coniferous forests. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
Which year was this Biogeography & Natural Vegetation question asked in UPSC Prelims?▼
This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2003, GS Paper 1, as Question 68. It falls under Geography > Biogeography & Natural Vegetation.
What is the difficulty level of this UPSC question?▼
This question is rated "moderate". It requires sound conceptual understanding of the topic.
How many UPSC Prelims questions have been asked from Biogeography & Natural Vegetation?▼
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