Social Sciences, asked by majidakabir, 1 year ago

Large-scale development projects have also contributed significantly to the loss of forests. Justify this statement with relevant examples.
CBSE Class X Social Science SA ( 3 marks)

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Answered by BBSMSPDSPPS
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(i) Since 1951, over 5000 sq km forest was cleared for
River Valley Projects.

 (ii) Clearing of
forests is still continuing with projects like the Narmada Sagar Project in
Madhya Pradesh which would inundate 40, 000 hectares of forest.

 (iii) Mining is
another important factor behind deforestation
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