Ex-state of “Amb” is famous for?

The correct answer is Natural Forests.
The ex-state of Amb (now part of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan) is historically renowned for its lush, dense, and vast Natural Forests. Before its merger into Pakistan, the state's economy and identity were closely tied to its rich timber resources and the biodiversity found within its mountainous terrain.

Geography and History:

Amb was a princely state located in the Hazara region. It was situated along the banks of the Indus River. The terrain is predominantly rugged and mountainous, providing the perfect environment for natural forests of pine, deodar, and oak to thrive.

Why Natural Forests?

Unlike "Artificial Forests" (like Changa Manga, which was planted by humans), the forests in Amb grew through natural ecological processes. These forests were famous for:

• High-Quality Timber: The state was a major supplier of wood for construction during the British Raj and in the early years of Pakistan.


• Biodiversity: The natural ecosystem supported a wide variety of wildlife and medicinal plants.


• Climate Regulation: The dense canopy helped maintain the temperate climate of the region and prevented soil erosion along the steep slopes of the Indus valley.

Important Facts about Amb State:

• The Nawab of Amb: The state was ruled by the Tanoli tribe. The Nawab of Amb was one of the first rulers to sign the Instrument of Accession to Pakistan in 1947.


• Tarbela Dam: A significant portion of the former state's territory, including its capital city (Amb), was submerged during the construction of the Tarbela Dam in the 1970s.


• Abolition: The state was officially abolished as a princely entity in 1969.

Comparison of the Options:

• Tidal Forests: These are typically found in coastal areas (like the Sunderbans in Sindh/Bangladesh); Amb is a landlocked, mountainous region.


• Artificial Forests: These are man-made plantations. Amb's fame comes from its wild, ancient greenery.


• Natural Forests: The correct answer, representing the indigenous mountain flora of the Himalayas and Hindu Kush foothills.