WBCS.LIVE practice question

What is the primary purpose of the 'Joint Forest Management (JFM)' program in India?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. To allow private companies to manage forest resources exclusively.
  2. To involve local communities in the protection and management of degraded forests.
  3. To convert forest land into agricultural land.
  4. To encourage illegal logging and poaching.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: To involve local communities in the protection and management of degraded forests.