Q. As per the India State of Forest Report 2023, which of the following districts in Uttar Pradesh had forest over more than 20% of their total area?
1. Bahraich
2. Chandauli
3. Shravasti
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
a) 1 and 2
b) Only 3
c) 2 and 3
d) Only 1
Correct Answer: c) 2 and 3
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2025
Explanation:
- Chandauli: According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, Chandauli district had a forest cover of 21.63% of its total geographical area. This is more than 20%.
- Shravasti: The ISFR 2023 states that Shravasti district had a forest cover of 20.95% of its total geographical area. This also exceeds the 20% threshold.
- Bahraich: The ISFR 2023 shows that Bahraich district’s forest cover was 10.15% of its total geographical area, which is less than 20%.
