Hasdeo Forest

Why in news?

• Tribal villagers near Hasdeo forest in the state of Chhattisgarh, India, have been protesting against the proposed opening of a new coal mine by the Adani Group.

About Hasdeo Forest:

• Hasdeo Arand forest is located in northern part of Chhattisgarh.
• It is known for its biodiversity and also its coal deposits.
• The forest falls under three  districts with sizeable tribal population
• The Hasdeo river, a tributary of Mahanadi, flows through it.
• It is the largest un-fragmented forests in Central India consisting of pristine Sal (Shorea robusta) and teak forests.

PRACTICE QUESTION

Consider the following pairs:

1. Hasdeo forest         : Chhattisgarh

2. Binsar Forest          : Tamil Nadu

3. Dibru forest            : Assam

Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1,2 and 3

Answer