UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 97
Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) because it is found to be a sustainable source of
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Correct answer: D
Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia), locally known as allo in parts of the Himalaya, yields strong plant bast fibres that can be spun and woven into textiles.
Option-wise Analysis:
A (Incorrect): It is not chiefly promoted as an antimalarial medicine.
B (Incorrect): It is not a principal oil crop for biodiesel production.
C (Incorrect): Papermaking is not the widely cited reason for its recent interest.
D (Correct): Its fibre is a potential sustainable textile material.