Class 9 History Chapter 4: Forest Society and Colonialism
Class 9 History Chapter 4: Forest Society and Colonialism Deforestation and its Causes Q: What is 'deforestation'? A: The large-scale disappearance or clearing of forests is referred to as deforestation. Q: Why did the British heavily encourage the production of commercial crops like jute, sugar, wheat, and cotton in India? A: To meet the growing demand for food to feed Europe's urban population and to provide raw materials for British industries. Q: Why did the disappearance of oak forests in England create a problem for the Royal Navy? A: It created a severe shortage of strong and durable timber, which was essential for building ships for the navy. Q: Why were massive amounts of timber required for the expansion of railways in India from the 1850s? A: Wood was needed as fuel to run the steam locomotives and to make wooden sleepers to hold the railway tracks together. The Rise of Commercial Forestry Q: Who was invited by the British government to advise them on for...