
Does the Forest Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2023 dilute protections for forests? | In Focus podcast
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Debate on the Definition of Forest and Environmental Consequences
This chapter explores the debate surrounding the dictionary definition of a forest and its implications for private landowners. The speaker suggests that instead of allowing development on ecologically valuable land, the government should invest in acquiring and preserving these areas for the benefit of ecological security and sustainability.
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