Discuss the geographical conditions responsible for the development of shola forests in the upper reaches of the Western Ghats. Highlight their ecological significance. (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
Sholas are dwarf tree forest predominantly found in Western Ghats in suspected within grasslands. Many geographical conditions responsible for shola forest in western ghat.
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Main Body
Sholas are dwarf tree forest predominantly found in Western Ghats in suspected within grasslands. Many geographical conditions responsible for shola forest in western ghat.
Shola forest - Conditions for development:
Ecological significance of shola forest:
Issues with shola forest in Western Ghats:
Shola forest play a key role in ecology of western ghat. There is need to implement recommendation of Madhav Gadgil committee to protect unique biodiversity of the region.
Conclusion
Shola forest play a key role in ecology of western ghat. There is need to implement recommendation of Madhav Gadgil committee to protect unique biodiversity of the region.
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Diagram
Simple map showing India with Shola forest area marked in Western Ghats
- Defines shola forests clearly
- Identifies key geographical factors
- Mentions elevation range
- Includes diagram
Jayant Agarwal
Salient features of World's Physical Geography
Important Geophysical Phenomena
Shola forests of Western Ghats
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