• Deforestation
- Forest conservation
• Social forestry programme
C. Give reasons.
et cover in India has dwindled to 19.4% of the total
3 Forest conservation is a matter of national priority.
Tropical monsoon deciduous forests have the most commer
commercial purpose
4. Tropical evergreen forests have not been much exploited
5. Mangrove vegetation has breathing roots.
for the Himalayan range
himalayan ranges, different types of forests are found at varying heights.
7. Steel cities are surrounded by green belts.
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Deforestation is the act of cutting down trees
Forest conservation is the practice of planning and maintaining forested areas for the benefit and sustainability of future generations. Forest conservation involves the upkeep of the natural resources within a forest that are beneficial for both humans and the ecosystem.
Social forestry programme with the objective to create awareness regarding conservation of forest and to meet the needs of the rural people regarding fuel and timber
Give reasons
If it is about forest the ans. is
Forest cover is dwindled due to overgrazing by cattle /faulty agricultural practices like shifting cultivation/increasing population
(C 3)Forest supply raw materials for industry/regulates climate/natural habitat for flora and fauna
Tropical decidous forest provides valuable timber like teak ,sal etc./ grow in pure stands
(C4)due to lack of transport /dense undergrowth
(C5) because roots of the trees remain submerged under water during high tide and hence need to breathe during high
tide
(HIMALAYA QS) Ans. Due to decreasing temperature with the increasing altitude
(C7) a forest can purify the atmosphere /reduce pollution/help in maintaining ecological balance