Q. Consider the following statements about Tropical Deciduous Forests:
  1. They are the most widespread forests of India.
  2. They are found over the region receiving rainfall between 200 cm and 70 cm.
  3. Trees of this forest type shed their leaves in winter season.
Which of the above is / are correct?

Answer: Only 1 and 2
Notes: Tropical Deciduous Forests are the most widespread forests of India. They are also called the monsoon forests and spread over the region receiving rainfall between 200 cm and 70 cm. Trees of this forest type shed their leaves for about six to eight weeks in dry summer.
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