NCERT Class 10 Social Science — Which species of plants wa

NCERT · Class 10 · Social Science · Geography: Forest and Wildlife ResourcesWhich species of plants was declared critically endangered and has virtually disappeared from the wild in regions like the Himalayas?

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Madhuca insignis (a wild variety of mahua) and Hubbardia heptaneuron (a species of grass) are examples of rare or endangered plants. In text references, Madhuca insignis and Hubbardia heptaneuron are mentioned among plant species in danger of extinction.

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Option : Hubbardia heptaneuron (a species of grass) (Correct Answer)

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Option 1: Mango tree

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Geography: Forest and Wildlife Resources.

Option 2: Neem tree

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Geography: Forest and Wildlife Resources.

Option 3: Banyan tree

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Geography: Forest and Wildlife Resources.

💡 Study Guide: This question tests core syllabus concepts from Geography: Forest and Wildlife Resources. For formulas, key summaries, and mock exam reference guides, read the full Geography: Forest and Wildlife Resources Revision Notes.

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