UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2016
Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has orange-coloured fruit pulp. In which part of India has it been discovered?
- Andaman Islands
- Anaimalai Forests
- Maikala Hills
- Tropical rain forests of northeast
Answer
Correct Answer
Andaman Islands
Explanation
The new banana species, Musa indandamanensis, notable for its height and orange fruit pulp, was discovered in the Andaman Islands.
Topics: biodiversity, environment, musa (banana) species, plant species discovery