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UPSC Prelims 2007 · General Studies

Question 93: Environment and Ecology

Dalbergia species is associated with which one of the following?

aCashew-nut
bCoffee
cTea
dRosewood

AnswerThe answer is (d).

Dalbergia is the genus of rosewood and its relatives, including Indian rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia) and shisham (Dalbergia sissoo). The timber is prized for furniture, and several Dalbergia species are now threatened by over-felling. Cashew-nut, coffee and tea belong to other genera.

Why each option is right or wrong
  • (a) Cashew-nut belongs to the genus Anacardium.
  • (b) Coffee belongs to the genus Coffea.
  • (c) Tea belongs to the genus Camellia.
  • (d) Correct: Dalbergia is rosewood.

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