In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique ‘living root bridges’ are found in? Meghalaya? Himachal Pradesh? [2015]

In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique ‘living root bridges’ are found in

Meghalaya
Himachal Pradesh
Jharkhand
Tamil Nadu

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

Meghalaya is known for its dense forests and living root bridges (Locally known as Jingkieng Jri) that are believed to be built by the tribes of Khasi (a tribe living in the eastern parts of Meghalaya). The structure of the bridge is entirely made from tree branches, trunks, and roots. The process begins with placing young pliable aerial roots Ficus Elastica trees in hollowed-out trunks of the Areca Catechu tree (type of palm tree).
These trunks provide essential nutrition and protection from the weather to the young roots and also serve as a root guidance system. This is supported by a bamboo framework along with the entire structure. Over time (15 to 30 years), the root structure becomes strong enough to support substantial weight without the bamboo framework. Unlike the concrete bridges, Living Root bridges become stronger and more resistant with time and use.

Meghalaya is known for its dense forests and living root bridges (Locally known as Jingkieng Jri) that are believed to be built by the tribes of Khasi (a tribe living in the eastern parts of Meghalaya).