Question

How does social forestry help to conserve forests?

Answer 1

1. Involves local communities to manage and protect forests.
2. By providing fuelwood, fodder, timber, and other minor forest products to the rural population, it reduces pressure on natural forests.
3. Educates and raises awareness amongst local communities about forest conservation.
4. Promotes forest-based local cottage industries with forest-based raw materials, thus increasing employment opportunities and lessening dependence on forests.