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Question

Which of the following tree is suitable to prevent dust pollution?

  1. Sita Ashok
  2. Mahua
  3. Poplar
  4. Neem

Answer:

Option A: Sita Ashok

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Sita Ashok”.

Saraca asoca (Ashoka Tree aka Sita Ashoka Tree) is widely recognised as a remedy for dust pollution in the atmosphere. Be careful not to confuse it with the false Ashoka tree which is a lofty pyramidal symmetrical tree.