UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2022

The "Miyawaki method" is well known for the:

  1. Promotion of commercial farming in arid and semi-arid areas
  2. Development of gardens using genetically modified flora
  3. Creation of mini forests in urban areas
  4. Harvesting wind energy on coastal areas and on sea surfaces

Answer

Correct Answer

Creation of mini forests in urban areas

Explanation

The Miyawaki method, developed by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, is a dense afforestation technique used to create small, fast-growing native mini-forests, especially in urban areas.

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