Practice The Rise of Commercial Forestry - 4.2 | 4. Forest Society and Colonialism | CBSE 9 History
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Question 1

Easy

What is commercial forestry?

💡 Hint: Think about the economic purpose of forest management.

Question 2

Easy

Who was Dietrich Brandis?

💡 Hint: His role was crucial in forest regulation.

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Question 1

What was the primary purpose of the Indian Forest Act?

  • To promote biodiversity
  • To restrict villagers' access
  • To increase deforestation

💡 Hint: Think about the restrictions imposed on local practices.

Question 2

The introduction of commercial forestry primarily aimed to support which sector?

  • Agricultural
  • Industrial
  • Cultural

💡 Hint: Consider which sector needed timber for growth.

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Question 1

Evaluate how the implementation of scientific forestry changed the landscape of forest management in India. Discuss its benefits and drawbacks.

💡 Hint: Consider both sides of the impact—economic growth versus ecological health.

Question 2

Discuss the sociopolitical implications of the Indian Forest Act on rural communities during colonial rule. How did it shape their relationship with the colonial government?

💡 Hint: Focus on community responses to the loss of resources and autonomy.

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