%20(500%20%C3%97%20280%20px)%20(500%20x%20300%20px)%20(64).png "MoEFCC Report: Over 13,056 sq km of Forest Area Encroached in India; MP Leads")
Key Highlights:
a) 10,026 sq km
b) 1,320 sq km
c) 13,056 sq km
d) 14,500 sq km
- Forest Encroachment Data: The report reveals that 13,056 sq km of forest area across 25 states and Union Territories is under encroachment, with Madhya Pradesh leading at 5,460.9 sq km.
- Regional Insights: Other states with significant encroachments include Assam (3,620.9 sq km), Karnataka (863.08 sq km), and Maharashtra (575.54 sq km).
- Policy Recommendations: Emphasizes sustainable forest management and the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006 to address tribal and forest-dependent community rights.
Question:
Q.1 According to the "Annual Report 2024-25" was released by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)report, how much forest area is under encroachment in India?a) 10,026 sq km
b) 1,320 sq km
c) 13,056 sq km
d) 14,500 sq km
Answer: c) The report reveals that a total of 13,056 sq km of forest area is under encroachment across 25 states and Union Territories.
