Q3 · UPSC Prelims 2023 · Set A · Geography

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Consider the following trees:1.Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus)2.Mahua (Madhuca indica)3.Teak (Tectona grandis)How many of the above are deciduous trees?

A Only one
B Only two
C All three
D None

Correct answer: (b) Only two

Explanation

  1. A

    Only one

    Only one. Mahua and teak are both deciduous.

  2. B

    Only two

    Only two. Mahua and teak shed leaves in the dry season. Jackfruit is evergreen.

  3. C

    All three

    All three. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is evergreen.

  4. D

    None

    None. Two of the three are deciduous.

Summary. Official key is (b) only two. Teak (Tectona grandis) and mahua (Madhuca indica) are deciduous. Jackfruit is an evergreen tropical tree, so it is not counted.