Question

Garden of medicinal plant is located in
A) West Bengal
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) None of the above

Answer 1

Hint:- Medicinal herbs are used in traditional practices of medicine. These herbs are in use till date and are still as effective as in prehistoric times. Plants synthesize various chemicals to protect themselves from fungi, insects, bacteria and several other pathogens. We humans have discovered this usefulness of plants and have brought it to our own use for the benefit of the population. The Sundarbans is the natural habitat of several plants and animals with varieties of special species.

Complete solution:
The garden of medicinal plants is located in the northern part of the Malda district of West Bengal in India. West Bengal is home to various ancient plants and herbs. The Sunderbans are famous for the vast variety of wildlife supported there. To conserve the culture, tradition and dignity of these medicinal herbs, these areas are specially taken care of. The medicinal plants also provide various chemicals as raw materials for the manufacture of many drugs and other chemicals.
The main aim of these medicinal gardens is to preserve the species and protect it for obtaining benefits of the medical properties of the plants and herbs. No medicine is as effective and as available at hand as these herbs without the risk of side effects.
Therefore, the right option is A.

Note:- Coleus amboinicus is referred to as the mother of medicinal plants. The medicinal plants in the garden are preserved ex- situ. These medicinal plants and herbs form the basis of ayurvedic medicines which is still in practice and is the best help that we can provide to an unhealthy person.