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Comment on the nature of the colonial forest policy.

Introduction The British colonial government introduced a forest policy in India during the 19th century to control and exploit natural resources, especially forests. This policy marked a major shift from traditional community-based forest use to centralized state control. The colonial forest policy had significant economic, environmental, and social effects. In this article, we will explore […]

Comment on the nature of the colonial forest policy.

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Introduction Colonial forest policy in India was a defining element of British imperial governance, deeply affecting the environmental, social, and economic landscapes of the subcontinent. Instituted primarily to serve British economic interests, these policies transformed traditional forest usage, marginalized indigenous communities, and introduced centralized regulation. In this essay, we examine the nature, objectives, and consequences

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