Examine the impact of Forest Policies from 1878 to 2006 on land alienation and deprivation of rights

Priya Rani04 Oct, 2024Education

The relationship between tribal communities and forests in India is ancient and symbiotic, with forests forming the basis of their livelihood, culture, and identity. However, colonial and post-colonial forest policies, particularly from 1878 to 2006, have had profound impacts on tribal communities, leading to land alienation and the deprivation of rights over their traditional habitats.