Q391
The first Forest Policy of Madhya Pradesh was constituted in the year
A.
2001
B.
1952
AnswerC.
2003
D.
1965
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The first Forest Policy of Madhya Pradesh was constituted in 1952. Forests must constitute 33% of land area for maintenance of ecological balance. Despite this policy, forest cover in India has been below the required amount. Forests have been cut to clear land for agriculture, setting up industries, laying roads, railway tracks and so on.