Question

Based on the statements given below, select the most suitable option.
Statement 1: The National Forest Policy of 1952 enforced by the Government of India placed forests in the Concurrent List.
Statement 2: The National Forest Policy of 1952 established a collaborative effort between the government and the forest dwellers.

• A. Both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
• B. Only statement 1 is correct.
• C. Only statement 2 is correct.
• D. Both statements 1 and 2 are incorrect.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Only statement 1 is correct.

The National Forest Policy in India established a collaborative relationship between the central and state governments to enforce laws that improved forest ecosystem. The Forest Conservation Act of 1980 recognised the importance of forest dwellers and provided them with rights that would help conserve the forests better.