What colonial thinking is shown by giving priority to trees like teak in commercial forestry?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Placing useful and marketable timber above natural diversity
Teak gave strong timber so it was useful in colonial projects. Exam tip: remember useful species.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Placing useful and marketable timber above natural diversity
Why is this the correct answer?
Teak gave strong timber so it was useful in colonial projects. Exam tip: remember useful species.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Forest Society and Colonialism. Topic: The Rise of Commercial Forestry.