History: Forest Society and Colonialism · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which of the following was the primary purpose of introducing scientific forestry in India by the British?
Practice question from History: Forest Society and Colonialism (Class 9 · CBSE Social Science), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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Which of the following was the primary purpose of introducing scientific forestry in India by the British?
- A.To preserve indigenous biodiversity and wildlife habitats
- B.To systematically manage forests for commercial timber production like teak and salCorrect answer
- C.To promote traditional shifting cultivation among tribal communities
- D.To expand grazing lands for pastoralist communities
Solution
Scientific forestry involved cutting down diverse natural forests and replacing them with a single commercially valuable species (plantation), primarily to secure timber for railway sleepers and ship building.
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