UPSC Prelims 2019 · Question 91 of 99

UPSC Prelims 2019 question on Himalayan Nettle

Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) because it is found to be a sustainable source of

  1. anti-malarial drug
  2. biodiesel
  3. pulp for paper industry
  4. textile fibre
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Answer: D. textile fibre

Verdict

Correct answer: textile fibre → Option (d).

Analysis

Girardinia diversifolia (Himalayan nettle), a fibre-yielding plant, has become an important livelihood option for people living in the remote mountainous villages of the Himalayas.

The Himalayan nettle plant produces strong natural fibres that can be used as textile fibre. It is being explored as a sustainable and eco-friendly source of textile fibre, providing livelihood opportunities to local communities in the Himalayan region.

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