Question

Write a short note on Joint forest management.

Answer 1

Joint forest management (JFM) is a program in which there is partnership between the state forest departments and the local communities that depend upon the forest for their living. It was originated in the early 1970s. It was developed by the environment and forest ministry of Indian Government to develop forest in barren soil. In this, there is one forest protection committee that is in agreement with the forest department. The committee also maintains the balance of ecosystem, protection of climate. There are 22 states that are implementing JFM program.