Question

Government of india encourages the cultivation of ‘sea buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant? (2012) 1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to live in cold areas of high altitudes. 4. Its timber is of great commercial value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a.1 only

b.2, 3 and 4 only

c.1 and 3 only

d.1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

Government of India encourages the cultivation of sea buckthorn the importance of this plant is it helps in controlling soil erosion and its prevent desertification also it has a nutritional value and well adapted to live in cold regions.....


option 1 &3

Answer 2

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The name buckthorn is also referred as sand thorn or sea berry. This plant produces orange yellow berries which has high nutritional value.

The berries that is produced by this plant is used as food in many parts of the country like China, Russia, Europe.

This plant is also used as a medicine and for skin treatment which states that it has high economical value. This plant can withstand a lower range of temperature(-43 degree Celsius). and also helps in controlling soil erosion and desertification.