Correct Option
The correct option is Khejri.
Explanation
Natural vegetation in India is classified based on climatic conditions, primarily rainfall and temperature. Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests are found in regions receiving rainfall between 100 cm and 200 cm. In contrast, Tropical Thorn Forests occur in areas with rainfall less than 50 cm.
Option Analysis
- Teak, Sal, and Shisham: These are the most dominant and commercially important species of the Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests. Other common trees in this category include Hurra, Mahua, Amla, Semul, Kusum, and Sandalwood. These forests are typically found in the foothills of the Himalayas, eastern slopes of the Western Ghats, and Odisha.
- Khejri: The Khejri tree (Prosopis cineraria) is a characteristic species of Tropical Thorn Forests and Scrubs. It is adapted to arid and semi-arid conditions and is widely found in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and the drier parts of the Deccan Plateau. It is not a species of the moist deciduous belt.
Key Takeaway
Teak and Sal are the hallmark species of Moist Deciduous Forests (100-200 cm rainfall), whereas Khejri and Acacia are characteristic of Thorn Forests (less than 50 cm rainfall).