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what were the causes of deforestation during forest colonialism in india​

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Answered by MsChoudhary
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The causes for deforestation in India during British rule were:

(i) Increase in population, leading to growth in demand for food, and extension of land under cultivation at the expense of forests.

(ii) Increased demand for timber due to expansion of railways and for ship building purposes.

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Answered by Anonymous
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The causes for deforestation in India during British rule were: (i) Increase in population, leading to growth in demand for food, and extension of land under cultivation at the expense of forests. ... (iii) Increased demand for timber due to expansion of railways and for ship building purposes.

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