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Assertion (A): River valleys in Western Himalayas between (1500 - 330m) have moist temperate forests.
Reason (R): Pine, cedar, fir and spruce grow well in Chenab and Jhelum valleys.
Which of the following is correct?

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A

C. A is true, but R is false

D. A is false, but R is true

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Himalayan Moist Temperate Forests are found at an altitude between 1500 to 3300 m in the temperate zone of the Himalayas. These are mainly found in the river valleys of Kashmir region. Important species of these forests are oak and conifers. Other tree species are pine, cedar, silver fir, spruce, etc.

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