Passage : The Miyawaki method mimics the way a forest would

recolonise itself if humans stepped away. Only native species that

would occur naturally in that area without humans, given the specific
climate condition, are planted. Indigenous plant species have spent
thousands of years adapting to their local environment to create a
supporting ecosystem, so planting them doesn’t just reinstate this
biodiversity – it builds a site that’s more responsive to climate
change. The Miyawaki method isn’t just unique because it restores
native habitats using native trees; the afforestation principles are
based on an understanding of how these species would interact in a
natural forest. You plant a diverse mixture of trees close together to
maximise density and create balance. Nature doesn’t thrive in grids of
1.5m; seeds drop from trees randomly to stimulate growth, or fallen
trees open up clearings to the sun. As the closely planted saplings
have to compete for light, which only shines on them from above,
they shoot upwards very fast instead of sideways. Sometimes less is
more, but in this instance, planting a huge variety of native trees
close together means an increase in biodiversity. The denseness of
growth provides a greater amount of forage for pollinators and
refuge for birds. More canopy cover shades out weeds and creates a
cool home for insects, plus the increased leaf litter builds fertility and
life in the soil. Also, if you have a variety of tree species, you have
others to step in if one succumbs to disease.
Sugiproject
1. The technique of Miyawaki plantation
owes its origin to which country?
(a) China
(b) Japan
(c) Russia
(d) Germany
2. Miyawaki method was named after
which botanist?
(a) Akira Miyawaki
(b) Sharpe Miyawaki
(c) Kelson Miyawaki
(d) Chloe Miyawaki
3. Choose the correct statement:
Statement 1: Miyawaki plantation
method involves planting two to four
different types of indigenous trees
within every square metre.
Statement 2: The plants used in the
Miyawaki method are mostly self-
sustaining and don’t require regular
maintenance like manuring and
watering.
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) None of the above
4. Which teacher from Kerala utilized the
Miyawaki method to convert a barren
piece of land into a miniature forest
named Vidyavanam?
(a) Raafi Ramnath
(b) K RadhaKrihsna
(c) Sibu Sophal
(d) Joes Murthy
5. Choose the correct statement:
Statement1: The Miyawaki
afforestation method requires quite a
small space, at least 20 square feet.
Statement 2: This process must attain
plant growth 10 times faster, and
vegetation 30 times denser than usual.
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) None of the above
1. Answer: (B)
Sol. Miyawaki method was named after Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, this method involves
planting two to four different types of indigenous trees within every square metre. The
methodology was developed in the 1970s, with the basic objective to densify green cover
within a small parcel of land. In this method, the trees become self-sustaining and they grow to
their full length within three years. The plants used in the Miyawaki method are mostly self-
sustaining and don’t require regular maintenance like manuring and watering.
2. Answer: (A)
Sol. Miyawaki method was named after Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, this method involves
planting two to four different types of indigenous trees within every square metre. The
methodology was developed in the 1970s, with the basic objective to densify green cover
within a small parcel of land. In this method, the trees become self-sustaining and they grow to
their full length within three years. The plants used in the Miyawaki method are mostly self-
sustaining and don’t require regular maintenance like manuring and watering.
3. Answer: (C)
Sol. Miyawaki method was named after Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, this method involves
planting two to four different types of indigenous trees within every square metre. The
methodology was developed in the 1970s, with the basic objective to densify green cover
within a small parcel of land. In this method, the trees become self-sustaining and they grow to
their full length within three years. The plants used in the Miyawaki method are mostly self-
sustaining and don’t require regular maintenance like manuring and watering.
4. Answer: (A)
Sol. Prime Minister of India in his recent episode of 'Mann ki Baat', discussed the concept of
Miyawaki plantation. He shed light on the Japanese technique of establishing dense urban
forests in limited spaces. He also mentioned the inspiring story of Raafi Ramnath, a teacher
from Kerala, who utilized the Miyawaki method to convert a barren piece of land into a
miniature forest named Vidyavanam.
5. Answer: (C)
Sol. The Miyawaki afforestation method requires quite a small space, at least 20 square feet. One
must seed plants very close to save space and dense plant growth. This will also allow young
trees to protect each other and block sunlight from hitting the forest’s ground, preventing
parasitic plant growth. This process must attain plant growth 10 times faster, and vegetation 30
times denser than usual. One must maintain such a forest for at least 3 years, according to the
Miyawaki method.