Correct option is A
The correct answer is mangrove forests.
- The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world, spanning across India and Bangladesh.
- It is home to the famous Royal Bengal Tigers and a diverse range of flora and fauna.
- Mangrove forests are critical for coastal protection, providing a buffer against storm surges, erosion, and rising sea levels.
- The Sundarbans are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for their unique biodiversity and ecological significance
Information Booster:
- Tropical evergreen forests: Incorrect. These are dense forests found in regions with high rainfall throughout the year, like the Western Ghats.
- Tropical deciduous forests: Incorrect. These forests shed their leaves in the dry season and are common in central and northern India.
- Montane forests: Incorrect. These forests are found in hilly and mountainous regions, like the Himalayas.