Sacred groves are particularly useful in the conservation of:
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Correct answer: Rare and endemic plant species
Sacred groves are community-protected forest patches often dedicated to local deities. Due to traditional taboos against cutting wood, these areas often serve as the last refuge for rare regional flora.
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