UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 54
Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety of orchids with minimum cost of production, and can develop an export oriented industry in this field ?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Arunachal Pradesh’s humid, forested and elevation-diverse Eastern Himalayan environment supports an exceptionally broad range of wild orchids.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - Andhra Pradesh has orchids but lacks the same extensive cool-humid mountain habitats.
B: Correct - Arunachal has favourable orchid diversity and natural climatic conditions.
C: Incorrect - Madhya Pradesh is not comparably humid or orchid-rich across mountain gradients.
D: Incorrect - Uttar Pradesh lacks Arunachal’s combination of elevation, humidity and orchid diversity.