Forestry Biodiversity Study
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, insists on prior approval from Central Government for diversion of forest lands for the non-forestry purposes. In the national interest this Act, regulates the diversion of forest lands to non-forestry purposes. The basic objective of the Act is, to regulate the indiscriminate diversion of forest lands for non-forestry uses and to maintain a logical balance between the developmental needs of the country and the conservation of natural heritage.
