Question

Complete the following by choosing the correct option: 

In 1972, the West Bengal Forest Department recognized its failures in reviving the degraded ______ forests in the south western districts of the state. 

A. Teak B. Bamboo C. Sal D. Rosewood

Answer 1

Traditional methods of surveillance and policing by forest department had led to the destruction of Sal forest in the district of Midnapore in West Bengal. Later villagers were involved in the protection of 1,272 hectares of badly degraded Sal forest. In return for help in protection, villagers were given employment in developing forest.