Consider the following trees: 1. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) 2. Mahua (Madhuca indica) 3. Teak…

Consider the following trees: 1. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) 2. Mahua (Madhuca indica) 3. Teak (Tectona grandis). How many of the above are deciduous trees?
  1. Only one
  2. Only two
  3. All three
  4. None

Solution

Per the official UPSC key, the answer is C — all three (jackfruit, mahua, teak) are classified as deciduous. Many lists treat jackfruit as evergreen — coaching keys varied.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2023

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