B.P.S.C. Teacher (9th-10th) 08.12.2023
How many species of flora and fauna are found in India?
a81,000 species of fauna and 47,000 species of flora✓ Correct
b70,000 species of fauna and 50,000 species of flora
c50,000 species of fauna and 40,000 species of flora
dMore than one of the above
eNone of the above
Explanation
In India, about 90,000 species of animals and about 47,000 species of plants are found. It is estimated that out of about 47,000 plant species, nearly 15,000 are flowering plant species. Therefore, as the closest option, option (a) can be selected.
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