Question

How were forest laws in acted in Java

Answer 1

In the nineteenth century, when it became important to control territory and not just people, the Dutch enacted forest laws in Java
The laws restricted the native villagers from accessing forests
Wood was only cut for specified purposes like making riverboats or constructing houses, and only from specific forests under close supervision
Villagers were punished for grazing cattle in these forests, transporting wood without a permit, or travelling on forest roads with horse carts or cattle.

Answer 2

The Dutch enacted forest laws in Java to restrict villagers' access to forests. ... Villagers were punished for grazing cattle, transporting wood without a permit or travelling through forests with horse carts or cattle.

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