Teak Forest Distribution in India

Teak is a dominant and characteristic tree species of Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests in India. These forests occur in regions with moderate to high rainfall (150-250 cm annually) and are found extensively in Central India, particularly in areas like Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and parts of Odisha. Teak thrives in these conditions with seasonal moisture availability. Tropical rain forests (which receive higher rainfall) are dominated by other evergreen species, not teak. Tropical thorn scrub forests (dry regions) lack sufficient moisture for teak growth, and temperate forests have completely different climatic conditions unsuitable for teak cultivation. > Teak = Tropical Moist Deciduous Forest signature tree (Central India) Answer: (a).