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Introduction Forest policies in India have gone through major changes from the colonial period to the post-independence era. These policies reflect the different approaches taken by British colonial rulers and the Indian government in managing forests. While the colonial policies were mainly focused on economic gain and state control, the post-colonial policies have increasingly recognized […]

Introduction The concept of an ecosystem is central to understanding environmental science and anthropology. An ecosystem refers to a community of living organisms interacting with one another and with their non-living environment in a specific area. These interactions involve the flow of energy and the cycling of nutrients, creating a balanced system that supports life.

Introduction Hunter-gatherers are people who survive primarily by hunting animals, fishing, and gathering wild plants. They do not rely on agriculture or domesticated animals for food. This lifestyle is considered the earliest and most ancient form of human subsistence, going back thousands of years. Even today, some communities in remote regions still live as hunter-gatherers,

Introduction Environmental anthropology is a subfield of anthropology that focuses on the relationships between humans and their environments. It studies how people interact with nature, how cultural practices influence the use and management of natural resources, and how environmental changes affect societies. Environmental anthropologists aim to understand both traditional ecological knowledge and the impact of