Question

State two objectives of social forestry.

What are the main objectives of social forestry?

Answer 1

1. To reduce pressure on the traditional forest areas by developing plantations of fuelwoods, fodder, and grasses.
2. Management and protection of the forests, as well as afforestation of barren lands, aimed at helping in environmental social and rural development.

Answer 2

1. Meeting Basic Rural Needs: Providing a steady supply of fuel wood, small timber for agricultural implements, animal feed, and minor forest produce directly to rural people, minimising their reliance on natural forests.
2. Environmental Protection and Land Utilization: To improve the local environment by planting trees on common community lands, barren lands, railway lines and roadside areas to reduce soil erosion, conserve moisture and reclaim damaged wastelands.
3. Socio-Economic Development: To generate rural jobs, boost agricultural incomes through agroforestry, and empower local people (particularly women) by involving them in the management of local natural resources.