Bamboo - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   How much percent of forest area is covered under Bamboo?

a. 10%
b. 13%
c. 6%
d. 25%
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 13%

Explanation:

  • 13% forest area is comprised of bamboo.
  • Government has initiated National Bamboo Mission to make an expeditious development of bamboo sector in India.
  • More than 137 species of bamboo is grown in the country which are used for 1500 diversified utilities.
2)   Which of the following can be made with bamboo?

1) Baby wears
2) T-shirts
3) Handicrafts
4) Pipes for water transport

a. 1, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:

  • Government is pondering over to generate electricity through the direct utilization of bio fuel and bio mass gasification so as to produce charcoal or compressed bamboo biomass pellets.
  • The plants have been set up for rayon /cellulose fibers for the production and exports of more quality bamboo fabrics like bath robes, baby wears, T- shirts, jackets, as well as suits.
  • Bamboo has been used for handicraft.
  • It has also been used to carry water over long distances as a simple method where modern facilities prove costly.
  • It is suitable for rain water harvesting in high rain areas in a cost efficient manner.
  • Bamboo is used for various constructions like houses, bridges, etc.
  • It has medicinal use too.
  • It is edible and can be found in many dishes and broths.

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