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Consider the following:

Sal (Shorea robusta) is predominantly found in the deserts of Rajasthan.
Neem (Azadirachta indica) is native to the Indian subcontinent and has applications in traditional Indian medicine.
Sandalwood (Santalum album) is not native to India but has been widely cultivated in the country for its aromatic heartwood.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

Only One

Only Two

All Three

None

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect because Sal is not predominantly found in the deserts of Rajasthan; rather, it is mainly found in the lower Gangetic plains, along the Himalayas up to Assam, and across central India.
Statement 2 is correct as Neem is native to the Indian subcontinent and has been used for centuries in traditional Indian medicine, among other applications.
Statement 3 is incorrect because Sandalwood is, in fact, native to South India and has been valued for centuries for its aromatic heartwood.

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