Question

Read the statements and mark the correct one:

1. Forest department controls forest resources as its owner.

2. By planting one type of plants in afforestation, Govt. is trying to maintain bio-diversity.

3. Forest based products are used as raw materials in many industries.

1. 1 and 2 correct but 3 wrong
2. 1 and 3 correct but 2 wrong
3. 2 and 3 correct but 1 wrong
4. 1, 2 and 3 wrong

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : 1 and 3 correct but 2 wrong

Explanation:

• The Forest department which belongs to the state owns the forest land in India by the Indian Forest act 1927. So, the first statement is correct.
• The department plants one type of plant in afforestation in order to meet the industrial needs from the forest. In this process, the natural vegetation and hence the biodiversity is badly affected. So, the second statement is wrong. 
• Forest provide raw materials for industries like rubber, furniture, and several other things. So, statement 3 is correct.

So, 1 and 3 correct but 2 wrong.

• In this process, the needs of the local population who depends upon the forest for their livelihood are affected. 
• In such kind of plantation, the wildlife of the area might get affected and they have to move from their natural habitat.