Question 3320
Which among the following North-Eastern states has not reported any forest decrease in latest ISFR report?
Answer
Assam
Why?
The correct answer is Assam . The forest cover in the northeast marked a decline as the current assessment showed a decrease of forest cover by 765 sq. km. compared to 2017 data. Except Assam and Tripura , all the States in the region show decrease in forest cover. The report noted that total forest cover in the northeastern region is 170,541 sq. km. which is 65.05 percent of its geographical area. Assam the second largest state in North-Eastern India. Forest cover of Assam: Class Area % of GA Very Dense Forest 2,794.86 3.56 Moderately Dense Forest 10,278.97 13.10 Open Forest 15,252.74 19.45 Total 28,326.51 36.11 Scrub 173.43 0.22
