Activated Carbon
Question
The "Miyawaki method" is well known for the:
Options
Promotion of commercial farming in arid and semi-arid areas
Development of gardens using genetically modified flora
Creation of mini forests in urban areas
Harvesting wind energy on coastal areas and on sea surfaces
Explanation
The Miyawaki method, pioneered by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, is a technique to build dense, native forests rapidly.
It involves planting dozens of native species close together in a small patch of land, making it an extremely popular method for creating mini forests in tight urban areas to combat heat islands and boost local biodiversity.
Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2025
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q50
Subject
Science & Technology
Sub-topic
Materials & Nanotechnology
Type
Assertion-Reason
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
National Urban Forestry Scheme / Miyawaki Micro-Forest Expansion 2023
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