How did Dutch forest control make villagers dependent on the state?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Government permission became necessary to obtain timber and other forest resources
Dutch rule brought Java’s forests under state control and restricted villagers’ customary rights. Villagers had to follow official rules and seek permission to obtain timber and other forest resources, making them dependent on the state. Therefore, option A is correct. Option B is the opposite of colonial forest policy, which increased control rather than free access. Exam tip: remember that colonial forest policies reduced local rights and expanded state control.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Government permission became necessary to obtain timber and other forest resources
Why is this the correct answer?
Dutch rule brought Java’s forests under state control and restricted villagers’ customary rights. Villagers had to follow official rules and seek permission to obtain timber and other forest resources, making them dependent on the state. Therefore, option A is correct. Option B is the opposite of colonial forest policy, which increased control rather than free access. Exam tip: remember that colonial forest policies reduced local rights and expanded state control.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Forest Society and Colonialism. Topic: Forest Transformations in Java.
