Question

Consider the following statements regarding Bamboos:
1. It is a minor forest produce.
2. Out of the total bamboo consumed in India, majority of it is used for making paper pulp.
3. Mizoram will be developed as the Bamboo state of India.

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 1 and 2
• C. Only 1 and 3
• D. Only 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is C Only 1 and 3

Bamboo, a minor forest produce, belongs to grass family but grows like a tree. They are woody and may attain a height of as much as 30 metres. It is called the poor man's timber as it provides cheap material for construction, basketry and a host of other things. It occurs in tropical moist and dry forests in north-east India, Andhra Pradesh, Telengana, Odisha, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Of the total bamboo consumed in India, 32% is for construction, 30% for rural use, 17% for pulp making, 7% for packing and remaining 14% for other purposes. Mizoram will be developed as the Bamboo state of India. Bamboos find a place in cultural activities of the Mizo people, i.e, Cherraw (bamboo) dance. Therefore, 1 and 3 are correct.