Q.Measures for the conservation of forests.

Conservation of forests requires afforestation and reforestation, social forestry, control of deforestation, grazing and forest fires, scientific and regulated felling, protected areas, alternatives to fuelwood, strong forest legislation and public awareness.

This 5-mark question in the AP Intermediate 2nd-year Economics environment unit asks for measures to conserve forests.

Measures for conservation of forests

1. Afforestation and reforestation — planting new trees and replanting cleared areas to increase forest cover.

2. Social and farm forestry — growing trees on wastelands, along roads, canals and on private farms to meet the demand for fuel and timber.

3. Control of deforestation and over-grazing — restricting the clearing of forests for cultivation and controlling grazing of animals.

4. Prevention of forest fires — fire lines, watch towers and quick action to stop fires that destroy large areas.

5. Regulated and scientific felling — allowing cutting of trees only in a planned, selective way, with replanting.

6. Creation of protected areas — national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and biosphere reserves to protect forests and wildlife.

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