Which Indian forest term is correctly associated with classification or identity “an FSI forest-cover density class”, and also with “it includes land with canopy density of 70 percent and above”?

Correct Answer: Option A — Very Dense Forest. Very Dense Forest is correctly identified as an FSI forest-cover density class. Very Dense Forest is also associated with it includes land with canopy density of 70 percent and above. Another identifying fact about Very Dense Forest is that mangrove cover can also fall in this class when the density threshold is met. A further exam-relevant fact about Very Dense Forest is that it has a denser canopy than moderately dense and open forest. Why the other options are incorrect: • Option B — Moderately Dense Forest: Moderately Dense Forest is an FSI forest-cover density class. It is incorrect here because Moderately Dense Forest is instead associated with its canopy density is 40 percent or more but below 70 percent. • Option C — Open Forest: Open Forest is an FSI forest-cover density class. It is incorrect here because Open Forest is instead associated with its canopy density is 10 percent or more but below 40 percent. • Option D — Scrub: Scrub is forest land with poor growth of small or stunted trees. It is incorrect here because Scrub is instead associated with its canopy density is below 10 percent in the FSI scheme. Exam Takeaway: Connect Very Dense Forest with “an FSI forest-cover density class” and “it includes land with canopy density of 70 percent and above” for revision.