What effect did forest laws in Java have on villagers fuel needs?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Collecting fuel wood became more regulated and restricted
Colonial forest laws in Java increased state control over forests. Villagers’ collection of fuel wood became regulated, restricted and, in many cases, punishable. Option B is the opposite of this, since free access to forests was not allowed. Exam tip: remember that colonial forest laws restricted customary forest rights of villagers.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Collecting fuel wood became more regulated and restricted
Why is this the correct answer?
Colonial forest laws in Java increased state control over forests. Villagers’ collection of fuel wood became regulated, restricted and, in many cases, punishable. Option B is the opposite of this, since free access to forests was not allowed. Exam tip: remember that colonial forest laws restricted customary forest rights of villagers.
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.
