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What is a forest and where can it be found?
What is a forest and where can it be found?
A forest is a land thickly covered with trees, bushes, and creepers. It can be found in valleys and areas with sufficient rainfall.
What percentage of the total area of the country should be under forest?
What percentage of the total area of the country should be under forest?
One third (33.33%) of the total area of the country should be under forest.
What is the current percentage of India's total area that is covered by forests?
What is the current percentage of India's total area that is covered by forests?
Currently, only 1/50th (2%) of India's total area is covered by forests.