Forestry policy target: What proportion of India’s total geographical area is envisaged under forests by the National Forest Policy? Answer in overall national percentage terms as per policy goals. Choose the correct option.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: 33% (about one-third)
Explanation
Policy target
- National Forest Policy aims for ~33% (one-third) forest/tree cover nationally.
- It aspires to ~60% in hill/mountain regions due to steeper slopes and erosion risks.
Final Answer33% (about one-third).