Question

What is meant by Forest? Explain types of forest-based on their utilisation and legal protection?

Answer 1

Instructions:

1. Define forest
2. Explain types of forests - Reserved, Protected, Unclassified

Answer: A forest is a large area covered by trees and natural vegetation; including plants, shrubs, and heaps of grass.

Types of forest
There are three types of forests based on their utilisation, control and legal protection:

• Reserved Forests - Restrictions on hunting, grazing & tree-cutting
• Protected Forests - Felling is banned, and locals can collect woods and graze cattle.
• Unclassified Forests - No restrictions are imposed on such forests.