What was considered more important in commercial forestry?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Useful timber
Commercial forestry treated forests mainly as sources of useful timber for market and government needs. Timber was needed for railway sleepers, ships, and construction. Local folklore may be culturally important, but it was not the main concern of commercial forestry. Exam tip: link commercial forestry with saleable timber.
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Useful timber
Why is this the correct answer?
Commercial forestry treated forests mainly as sources of useful timber for market and government needs. Timber was needed for railway sleepers, ships, and construction. Local folklore may be culturally important, but it was not the main concern of commercial forestry. Exam tip: link commercial forestry with saleable timber.
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.
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