Question

Why could the Arabari Sal forests in Midnapore not be restored by the forest department?

Answer 1

Forest management:

1. Forest management involves the mindful and rational use of forest resources.
2. Forest resources are firewood, fodder, grass for grazing, and food.
3. The skillful practice of forest land use saves the forest and protects wildlife.

Failure of the forest department:

1. The Sal forests failed to restore under the surveillance of the forest department because the local community's participation was not allowed.
2. There were clashes between the locals and the forest department.
3. Due to the lack of knowledge regarding the local requirements involved in forest management, the Arabari Sal forests could not be restored by the forest department.