Which of the following states has forests rich in sandalwood?
AAndhra Pradesh
BKarnataka ✓ Correct
CKerala
DMadhya Pradesh
Correct answer: (B) Karnataka
Explanation
Karnataka's forests are famously rich in sandalwood, and the tree is a pride of the state.
Andhra Pradesh has some sandalwood, notably in the Seshachalam hills, but less than Karnataka.
Kerala's forests are known for other timbers rather than abundant sandalwood.
Madhya Pradesh has large teak and sal forests, not sandalwood.
Mysore sandalwood oil is prized worldwide for its fragrance.
Sandalwood is a hemiparasite that draws part of its nutrients from host roots.
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