Why were both environment and society affected by deforestation?

Correct answer: Wildlife habitats decreased and local resources reduced

The direct answer is A: deforestation reduced wildlife habitats and also reduced the forest resources on which local people depended. A forest is both an ecosystem and a source of livelihood. When trees are removed, animals may lose food, shelter and breeding places, so biodiversity and habitats can decline. At the same time, communities may lose firewood, fruits, leaves, fodder, herbs, bamboo, grazing areas and materials for daily work. Restrictions and commercial cutting could also disturb customary rights and occupations. Option A is correct because it states both the environmental effect and the social effect. Option B is wrong because deforestation is not limited to changing the sea. Option C is wrong because plants, animals and microorganisms can all be affected by habitat loss. Option D is wrong because forest clearance and colonial control generally restricted or weakened many local rights rather than increasing all of them. In an exam, mention the double impact: nature suffered and people’s livelihoods suffered. Memory cue: “trees removed, habitats and livelihoods reduced.”