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Why did local society not find Dutch control over teak acceptable in Java?

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Correct answer: Because it restricted traditional forest use and livelihood

Dutch control over teak was unacceptable to local society because forests were not merely sources of commercial timber. Villagers depended on forest resources for fuel, fodder, grazing, wood, cultivation, and other livelihood needs. When the colonial state reserved teak forests and restricted access, customary rights were weakened. People could no longer use resources freely and could face permits, penalties, or other controls. This created a direct conflict between state forestry and local life.

Option A identifies the central consequence: traditional forest use and livelihood were restricted. The other options are illogical or opposite to the historical situation. Teak was not in the sea, the Dutch did not give all forest rights to villagers, and timber remained economically important. Therefore, option A is correct.

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