Question

Briefly discuss the important features of dutch scientific forestry

Answer 1

(i) Forest laws were enacted in Java restricting villagers access to forests.

(ii) Wood could only be cut for specified purposes like making river boats, or constructing houses from specific forests under close supervision.

(iii) Villagers were punished for grazing cattle in young stands, transporting wood without permit or travelling on forest roads with horse, carts and cattle.