Forestry and Law

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Which act was enacted in India to protect and conserve forests?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Forest Conservation Act, 1980 was enacted to protect and conserve forests in India. It aims to prevent the diversion of forest land for non-forest purposes.

What is the primary objective of the National Forest Policy, 1988?

  1. To increase forest cover in India

  2. To promote sustainable forest management

  3. To conserve biodiversity in forests

  4. To provide livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary objective of the National Forest Policy, 1988 is to promote sustainable forest management. It aims to ensure that forests are managed in a way that meets the needs of present and future generations.

Which law prohibits the felling of trees in certain areas?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian Forest Act, 1927 prohibits the felling of trees in certain areas, such as reserved forests and protected forests.

What is the purpose of the Joint Forest Management Program?

  1. To promote sustainable forest management

  2. To conserve biodiversity in forests

  3. To provide livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities

  4. To increase forest cover in India


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Joint Forest Management Program aims to provide livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities by involving them in the management of forests.

Which law regulates the trade of timber and other forest products?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian Forest Act, 1927 regulates the trade of timber and other forest products.

What is the significance of the Forest Rights Act, 2006?

  1. It recognizes the rights of forest-dwelling communities

  2. It promotes sustainable forest management

  3. It conserves biodiversity in forests

  4. It increases forest cover in India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Forest Rights Act, 2006 recognizes the rights of forest-dwelling communities to access and use forest resources.

Which law prohibits the hunting of wild animals?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 prohibits the hunting of wild animals.

What is the purpose of the National Biodiversity Act, 2002?

  1. To promote sustainable forest management

  2. To conserve biodiversity in forests

  3. To provide livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities

  4. To increase forest cover in India


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Biodiversity Act, 2002 aims to conserve biodiversity in forests and other ecosystems.

Which law regulates the clearance of forest land for non-forest purposes?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Forest Conservation Act, 1980 regulates the clearance of forest land for non-forest purposes.

What is the significance of the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016?

  1. It promotes sustainable forest management

  2. It conserves biodiversity in forests

  3. It provides livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities

  4. It compensates for the loss of forest land


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016 compensates for the loss of forest land due to non-forest activities.

Which law regulates the import and export of wildlife and wildlife products?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 regulates the import and export of wildlife and wildlife products.

What is the purpose of the National Green Tribunal?

  1. To promote sustainable forest management

  2. To conserve biodiversity in forests

  3. To provide livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities

  4. To adjudicate environmental disputes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Green Tribunal adjudicates environmental disputes, including disputes related to forests and wildlife.

Which law regulates the management of protected areas?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 regulates the management of protected areas, such as national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.

What is the significance of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002?

  1. It promotes sustainable forest management

  2. It conserves biodiversity in forests

  3. It provides livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities

  4. It regulates the use of biological resources


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Biological Diversity Act, 2002 regulates the use of biological resources, including forest resources.

Which law regulates the trade of endangered species?

  1. Forest Conservation Act, 1980

  2. Indian Forest Act, 1927

  3. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. Environment Protection Act, 1986


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 regulates the trade of endangered species.

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