A particular State in India has the following characteristics: 1. It is located on the same latitude which passes through northern Rajasthan. 2. It has over 80% of its area under forest cover. 3. Over 12% of forest cover constitutes protected Area Network

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Q: 68 (IAS/2012)
A particular State in India has the following characteristics:
1. It is located on the same latitude which passes through northern Rajasthan.
2. It has over 80% of its area under forest cover.
3. Over 12% of forest cover constitutes protected Area Network in this State. Which one among the following States has all the above characteristics?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

IAS

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The correct answer is Arunachal Pradesh and here`s why:

1. Arunachal Pradesh: This Indian state is located in the northeast which is on the same latitude as northern Rajasthan. Furthermore, Arunachal Pradesh has one of the highest forest cover areas in India, accounting for over 80% of it. As such, it fits the profile according to all the characteristics given.

2. Assam: While also located in the northeastern region of India, Assam does not share the same latitude as that of Northern Rajasthan. Moreover, Assam does not have over 80% of its area under forest cover, hence it cannot be the correct choice.

3. Himachal Pradesh and 4. Uttarakhand: Both these states are geographically situated in Northern India, nowhere near the latitude passing through northern Rajasthan. Furthermore, neither of these states has 80% of their area covered by forests. Hence, neither Himachal Pradesh nor Uttarakhand is the appropriate answer.