Question

how were the forest laws enacted in java

Answer 1

1. The Dutch wanted forests for the growing demand of trees. 2. they also wanted forests that can help in making ships &boats.

Answer 2

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(i) The Dutch enacted forest laws in Java to restrict villagers' access to forests.

(ii) Now wood cutting was done only for specific purposes like making boats, constructing houses under close supervision, etc.

(iii) Villagers were punished for grazing cattle, transporting wood without a permit or travelling through forests with horse carts or cattle.