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Lecture no-1 Introduction to Forest in India

What is the introduction of forest in India?
Indian forests are more than trees and an economic resource.
They are home to some of earth's unique flora and fauna.
Indian forests represent one of the 12 mega biodiverse regions of the world.
India's Western Ghats and Eastern Himalayas are amongst the 32 biodiversity hotspots on earth.
What is the introduction and facts about forest cover in India?
As per the latest assessment in ISFR 2021, India's total forest and tree cover stands at 8,09,537 square kilometers, which accounts for 24.62% of the country's geographical area.
Why are forests important in India?
Providing clean water for drinking, bathing, and other household needs.
Protecting watersheds and reducing or slowing the amount of erosion and chemicals that reach waterways.
Providing food and medicine.
Serving as a buffer in natural disasters like flood and rainfalls.
What are the Issues Associated with Forests in India? Deforestation and Land Degradation: Forests in India are under threat from a range of activities, including illegal logging, mining, and land conversion for agriculture and urban development.

What is the introduction of forest in India?