1. Simlipal Bio-Reserve (Sanctuary) is located in Orissa.

2. The biosphere reserve has the largest area of sal in the whole of India. Furthermore, the tropical monsoon climate provides ideal conditions for the development of a distinctive biodiversity, highlighted by 1,076 species of vascular plants.

3. These include 93 species of orchids, 300 species of medicinal plants and 52 species of endangered flora. The two endemic species of orchid are Eria meghasaniensis and Taenia hookeriana.

4. Notable botanical species in the sanctuary include Callicarpa arborea (a species of beautyberry), Bombax ceiba (cotton tree) and Madhuca longifolia (manhua).

1. Sikkim Which state of India has banned the use of chemical fertilizers for sustainable agriculture?

2. As a general philosophy, adopting sustainable agriculture means practicing agriculture without polluting the environment (soil, air, water), and without depleting any natural resources and destroying the ecosystem and biodiversity through your actions. Can produce adequate yield in a particular crop, without interruption.