Worksheet: Natural Vegetation | Geography Class 11 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: Farm Forestry refers to the _______________.

Q2: Tropical evergreen forests are found in regions with an annual precipitation of over _______________.

Q3: India's rich wetland habitats, such as Chilika Lake, contribute significantly to the country's _______________.

Q4: The new forest policy of 1988 emphasizes _______________.

Q5: Montane forests can be classified into _______________.

Q6: India's mangrove forests spread over _______________ of the world's mangrove forests.

Q7: Agro-forestry combines forestry with agriculture to produce _______________.

Q8: The main objectives of the Wildlife Act include protecting endangered species and supporting _______________.

Q9: Project Tiger aims to ensure the maintenance of a viable population of tigers in India for scientific, aesthetic, cultural, and ecological values, and to preserve areas of biological importance as natural heritage for the _______________.

Q10: A Biosphere Reserve is internationally recognized within the framework of _______________ Programme.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: Farm Forestry involves raising trees on public and privately owned lands.
Reason: Farm Forestry aims to promote agro-forestry and community-forestry.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: Tropical deciduous forests are also known as monsoon forests.
Reason: They spread over regions with rainfall between 70-200 cm.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: Project Elephant was launched in 1973.
Reason: Project Elephant aims to protect tigers in India.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: The new forest policy of 1988 emphasizes increasing the forest cover through social forestry and afforestation.
Reason: Social forestry involves the raising of trees on public or community land.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q5: Assertion: Biosphere Reserves are unique and representative ecosystems recognized by UNESCO.
Reason: India has 18 Biosphere Reserves.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What is the meaning of "natural vegetation"?

Q2: Where are tropical rainforests found in India?

Q3: What types of vegetation are found in the desert areas of Rajasthan?

Q4: Define "Tropical Thorn Forests" and name some species found in them.

Q5: What are Montane Forests, and how do they change with altitude?

Q6: Name two objectives of the Wildlife Act of 1972.

Q7: What is the main objective of Project Tiger?

Q8: What are the three categories of social forestry?

Q9: How is agroforestry different from other forms of social forestry?

Q10: How many Biosphere Reserves does India have?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the differences between tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests. Provide examples of species found in each.

Q2: Describe the characteristics of tropical deciduous forests. Differentiate between moist and dry deciduous forests.

Q3: Discuss the importance of farm forestry and how it can benefit farmers and the environment.

Q4: What are the main objectives of the Wildlife Act of 1972, and how does it contribute to wildlife conservation in India?

Q5: Explain the concept of Biosphere Reserves and provide examples of such reserves in India.

Q6: Detail the main features of social forestry and its three categories.

Q7: Describe the reasons for the declining wildlife in India and the initiatives taken for wildlife conservation.

Q8: Discuss the significance of wetland habitats and their conservation in India.

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the various types of forests found in India, their characteristics, and their geographical distribution.

Q2: Describe the forest conservation policy in India, including the objectives of the new forest policy of 1988 and the importance of social forestry.

Q3: Discuss the importance of wildlife conservation in India and the measures taken, including the Wildlife Act of 1972 and conservation projects like Project Tiger and Project Elephant.

Q4: Elaborate on the significance of Biosphere Reserves, their role in environmental conservation, and the importance of international recognition through UNESCO's Man and Biosphere Programme.