Step 1: Understanding the Question:
This question tests knowledge of forest cover statistics in India.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
According to the Forest Survey of India (FSI) 2019, the forest and tree cover outside the forest is 24.56% of the total geographical area.
This includes tree cover outside recorded forest areas.
21.38% (A): Not correct.
19.57% (C): Not correct.
28.20% (D): Not correct.
Thus, the correct answer is 24.56%.
Step 3: Final Answer:
Thus, the forest and tree cover outside forest is 24.56%, which corresponds to option (B).
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