The correct option is C tribal
The recorded forest area in the state of Andhra Pradesh is 63,814 sq. km which is 23.20% of the geographical area. Notified forests covers 23% of the total area of Andhra Pradesh, with about two-third in the scheduled tribe area. More than 60% of the forests of Andhra Pradesh are in areas where tribal people live. Earlier life of tribal people was directly connected to the forests. The life of the tribal people living within and near forests revolves around forests. About 60% of tribal people live in forests of Andhra Pradesh and are engaged in agriculture and other related activities. Tribal people depends on forests for their livelihood.