Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2022 · Environment · Question 50

The "Miyawaki method" is well known for the:

  1. Promotion of commercial farming in arid and semi-arid areas
  2. Development of gardens using genetically modified flora
  3. Creation of mini forests in urban areas
  4. Harvesting wind energy on coastal areas and on sea surfaces

Answer

Creation of mini forests in urban areas

  • (a) Miyawaki method is not about commercial farming in arid/semi-arid regions. It is a plantation technique for dense native vegetation. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) It does not involve developing gardens with genetically modified plants. The method uses native species planted densely. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Miyawaki method is known for creating dense, fast-growing mini forests, especially in urban areas. Verdict: Correct.
  • (d) It has no relation to wind energy harvesting on coasts or sea surfaces. Verdict: Incorrect.

Correct Answer: (c)

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