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UPSC PYQPrelims 2021

Civil Services Examination · Question 63

Consider the following statements: 1. Moringa (drumstick tree) is a leguminous evergreen tree. 2. Tamarind tree is endemic to South Asia. 3. In India, most of the tamarind is collected as minor forest produce. 4. India exports tamarind and seeds of moringa. 5. Seeds of moringa and tamarind can be used in the production of biofuels. Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. 1, 2, 4 and 5
  2. 3, 4 and 5
  3. 1, 3 and 4
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 5
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Answer: (B) 3, 4 and 5

Explanation

Moringa is non-leguminous and deciduous, and tamarind is native to tropical Africa. Tamarind is largely MFP in India, both products are exported, and both seeds can yield biofuel.