वन – Rajasthan GK

Deforestation leads to increased soil erosion because tree roots bind the soil and reduce the direct impact of rainfall.

A major objective of the Rajasthan Forest Policy 2010 was to bring at least 20% of the state's total geographical area under forest and tree cover.

Ranthambore National Park is one of the most famous national parks in Rajasthan and is known for its tiger population.

Desert National Park is spread across Jaisalmer and Barmer districts and is an important habitat for the critically endangered Godawan (Great Indian Bustard).

Dhokra (Anogeissus pendula) tree is abundantly found in the forests of the Aravalli region, which is well-adapted to dry conditions.

According to the Indian State of Forest Report 2021, Pratapgarh district recorded the highest percentage of forest cover (23.24%), followed by Udaipur (23.13%).

Keoladeo National Park, formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is an important winter breeding ground for migratory birds.

Tendu leaves, bamboo, and katha all fall under the category of minor forest produce, which are a source of livelihood for local communities.

Currently, there are five Tiger Reserves in Rajasthan: Ranthambore, Sariska, Mukundra Hills, Ramgarh Vishdhari, and Dholpur-Karauli.

Sitamata Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Pratapgarh district, is particularly known for its flying squirrels.

Mainly dry deciduous forests are found in the Aravalli region, which shed their leaves in the summer season.

Desert vegetation develops a deep root system in search of water, and its leaves are small, thick, or modified into thorns to reduce transpiration.

Khejri (Prosopis cineraria) is an important thorny tree found in the arid and semi-arid regions of Rajasthan, also known as the 'Kalpavriksha of Rajasthan'.

The Forest Conservation Act 1980 is a law for the conservation of forests and matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. The Wildlife Protection Act came in 1972.

According to the Indian State of Forest Report 2021, Rajasthan's total forest cover is 16,655 sq km, which is 4.87% of the state's total geographical area.