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Which Indian state has the largest forest cover by area?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Madhya Pradesh
  2. Arunachal Pradesh
  3. Chhattisgarh
  4. Maharashtra

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Madhya Pradesh

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Madhya Pradesh. As per the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, Madhya Pradesh has the highest forest cover in terms of area, covering around 77,493 sq. km. This accounts for about 25.14% of the state's geographical area. The forests here are mostly tropical dry and moist deciduous types, rich in biodiversity.