Question

Forest fires are a major cause of degradation of forests. Consider the following statements in this regard:

Which of the following statements is/are correct:

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

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Only 1

While statistical data on fire loss are weak, it is estimated that the proportion of forest areas prone to forest fires annually ranges from 33% in some states to over 90% in other. About 90% of the forest fires in India are created by humans.

The normal fire season in India is from the month of February to mid June.

The Forest Survey of India, data on forest fire attribute around 50% of the forest areas as fire prone.

The coniferous forest in the Himalayan region and other parts of the country dominated by deciduous forests are most prone to fire.