Question
Mention the provisions of forest law enacted in Java by Dutch.
Solution
The provisions:
(i)Dutch's forest laws in Java restricted villagers’ access to forests.
(ii)Wood could only be cut for specified purposes like making river boats or constructing houses, and only from specific forests under close supervision.
(iii)Villagers were punished for grazing cattle in young stands, transporting wood without a permit, or travelling on forest roads with horse carts or cattle.
