The correct answer is Bristlecone pines. Bristlecone pines are the oldest non-clonal species on the planet.

All statements about forests are correct

1. In a forest, trees form the uppermost layer of vegetation.

2. Forests protect the soil from erosion.

3. Forests influence climate, water cycle and air quality.

The Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006 recognizes the rights of the forest dwelling tribal communities and other traditional forest dwellers to forest resources, on which these communities were dependent for a variety of needs, including livelihood, habitation and other socio-cultural needs.

Conservation is not a process where anything gets erode, degrade, etc. like Deforestation, Desertification, and Erosion.