Forest Requirement Per Capita
The requirement of per capita forest land to meet basic needs is:
- 0.06 hectare
- 0.20 hectare
- 0.47 hectare — Correct Answer
- 1.00 hectare
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The requirement of per capita forest land to meet basic needs is 0.47 hectare.
Key Points:
- Actual per capita forest land is only 0.06 hectare.
- The gap causes excess felling of 15 million cubic metre forests.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A (0.06): This is the actual, not required amount.
- B, D: Incorrect figures.
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