Question

Which of the following statements is/are true regarding vegetation of India?

1. India houses around 49,000 plant species.
2. India is one of the most diverse country in the world in terms of vegetation.
3. There are about 18,500 flowering plants in India.

[1 mark]

• A. Only 1 & 2
• B. Only 2 & 3
• C. Only 1 & 3
• D. 1, 2, & 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2, & 3

India houses around 49,000 plant species. It is the eighth most diverse country in the world. There are about 18,500 flowering plants in India. This accounts for 6% of the world’s flowering plants. We also have many non-flowering plants such as ferns, algae and fungi.