What Was the Nature of Forests in Precolonial India? Discuss the Extent of Deforestation in Precolonial India.
Introduction Forests have been an integral part of India’s natural and cultural landscape, playing a vital role in sustaining biodiversity, supporting livelihoods, and shaping religious and economic activities. In precolonial India, forests were diverse, extensive, and governed by local communities, who used them for sustenance, trade, and spiritual practices. However, deforestation in precolonial India was […]