Question

why are forests affected by war ?

Answer 1

During war times, especially in the world wars, many forests were indiscriminately fell down and exploited to meet the needs of the factions in war. Forests, as a natural resource, provide resources for fueling war needs, therefore during war times they are highly exploited to provide resources to meet the needs for of the war. This was especially so when troops exploited the natural resources, forests included, of their colonies.  

Answer 2

Explanation:

Forests are affected by wars because forest products are used for fulfilling various needs and requirement during war. In the case of India, during the First World War and the Second World War the forest department cut trees freely to meet British war needs. ... Thus, wars also led to destruction of forests.