Consider the following statements :

1. Moringa (drumstick tree) is a leguminous evergreen tree.

2. Tamarind tree is endemic in South Asia.

3. In India, most of the tamarind is collected as minor forest produce.

4. India exports tamarind and seeds of moringa.

5. Seeds of moringa and tamarind can be used in the production of biofuels,

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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This question was previously asked in

UPSC Civil Services Exam (Prelims) General Studies Official Paper-I (Held On: 10 Oct 2021)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 3, 4 and 5.

Key Points

Moringa (drumstick tree):

Moringa, or drumstick tree (Moringa oleifera), is not a leguminous tree.
Although it is often confused with leguminous plants (those belonging to the Fabaceae family), moringa belongs to the family Moringaceae.
It is also deciduous rather than evergreen, meaning it sheds its leaves seasonally.Hence, statement 1 is not correct.

Tamarind Tree:

Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) is a leguminous tree bearing edible fruit that is indigenous to tropical Africa.
It is native to Africa or Indian-sub continent and grown in Southeast Asia and Africa as well. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
Most of the tamarind is collected as minor forest produce. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
India is one of the largest exporters of both Tamarind and Seed of Moringa. Hence, Statement 4 is correct.
Both moringa and tamarind seeds can be used in the production of biofuels. Hence, Statement 5 is correct.