Social Sciences, asked by shanu76, 1 year ago

Why is it necessary to increase the area under forests? Give reasons.

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Answered by SUCCESS123
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(a) Forests were useful as the people used forest products in a variety of ways. Fruits and tubers were eaten because
they were nutritious and herbs were used for medicinal purposes.

(b) Bamboo was used to make fences, baskets and umbrellas. The wood was used to make agricultural implements like yokes and ploughs.

(c) A dried out gourd was used as a portable water bottle. ’ Oil for cooking and lighting lamps was acquired from the fruit of the Mahua tree.

(d) The siadi creeper was used to make ropes and leaves could be used stitched together to make disposable cups and plates.

Answered by Ayushpratapsingh2210
10
It is necessary to increase area under forest because of the following reasons -
1. Forests provide oxygen.
2. Forests balance the ecosystem.
3. Forests are shelter of many animals and clearing of them will lead to imbalance in food chain.
4. Forests provide many useful products.
5. Forests reduce soil eroision.
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