Q- How were forests classified on the basis of Forest Act, 1878?
Answer- Classification of forests on the basis of Forest Act, 1878 are as follows:
1. Reserved Forests: These were the best forests. They were reserved and villagers and other people were not permitted to cut wood from them or enter in them.
2. Protected Forests: These forests were as protected from the villagers and other people but for one reason people can enter in it that was for collecting wood.
3. Village Forests: These were located near the villages and could be exploited by the villagers but not for commercial purposes.