Forestry MCQs
Forestry MCQs help aspirants prepare for PPSC, FPSC, SPSC, and forest department tests. Covering ecology, silviculture, wildlife, and conservation, they benefit forestry students, rangers, and conservation officers seeking knowledge of biodiversity and sustainable management.
Q: Forest Act of Pakistan was first introduced in
A) 1927
B) 1948
C) 1955
D) 1973
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Forest Act of 1927 is a foundational legal framework for forest management in Pakistan.
Q: Example of a xerophytic tree
A) Mangrove
B) Sal
C) Acacia
D) Coconut
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Acacia species thrive in dry conditions and are adapted to xeric environments.
Q: Mangroves play a crucial role in
A) Upland agriculture
B) Inland fisheries
C) Coastal protection
D) Mountain ecology
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Mangroves act as natural buffers against coastal erosion and storm surges.
Q: The term ‘dbh’ in forestry stands for
A) Dry bark height
B) Diameter at breast height
C) Dead branch height
D) Drought bearing habit
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: DBH is the standard method of measuring tree diameter at 1.3 m above ground.
Q: Best method to control forest fires
A) Clear felling
B) Pesticide spraying
C) Controlled burning
D) Afforestation
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Controlled burning reduces excess vegetation, lowering fire risk.