The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 is an Indian law enacted to provide for the conservation of forests and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto.
Summary
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 was enacted to ensure the conservation of forests and the protection of wildlife. The Act restricts the de-reservation of forests or use of forestland for non-forest purposes without the prior approval of the Central Government. The Act also lays down provisions for the constitution of advisory committees to advise on matters related to the management of forests and the promotion of afforestation. It also empowers the State Governments to constitute a State Forest Development Corporation to undertake measures for the development of forestry and utilization of forest produce. The Act provides for penalties for contravention of its provisions and also sets out provisions for the establishment of Special Courts for the trial of offences under the Act.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title, Extent And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Restriction On The Dereservation Of Forests Or Use Of Forest Land For Non-Forest Purpose | Open |
| 3 | Section 2A: Appeal To National Green Tribunal | Open |
| 4 | Section 3: Constitution Of Advisory Committee | Open |
| 5 | Section 3A: Penalty For Contravention Of The Provisions Of The Act | Open |
| 6 | Section 3B: Offences By Authorities And Government Departments | Open |
| 7 | Section 4: Power To Make Rules | Open |
| 8 | Section 5: Repeal And Saving | Open |