Forest and Wildlife Resources

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Types and Distribution of Forest and Wildlife Resources

Protected Forests: These forests are protected from further depletion. Right of grazing and cultivation is allowed with certain restriction. About 29% forests come under protected forests.

Protected Forests

Protected Forests: These forests are protected from further depletion. Right of grazing and cultivation is allowed with certain restriction. About 29% forests come under protected forests.

Reserved Forests

Reserved Forests are forests which are permanently earmarked and regarded as most valuable for the conservation of forests and wildlife resources either for the production of timber or other forest produce. Grazing and cultivation is seldom permitted in a reserved forest.

Unclassed Forests

Unclassed Forests: There is no restriction in these forests. These forests belong to the government and private individuals. About 16% of forests are unclassed forests.