The Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980
The Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980
The Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980 is a central Indian law regulating the conservation of forests by strictly controlling how forest land is utilized. It applies primarily to State Governments and other authorities, mandating that they must obtain prior Central Government approval before removing a forest's protected status or leasing forest land for non-forest purposes like agriculture and private commercial development. This legislation matters significantly because it aims to preserve ecological security, support the livelihoods of forest-dependent communities, and help India achieve its climate goal of Net Zero Emissions by 2070 through expanding essential carbon sinks.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
- 1A. Act to cover certain land.
- 2. Restriction on the dereservation of forests or use of forest land for non-forest purpose.
- 2A. Appeal to National Green Tribunal.
- 3. Constitution of Advisory Committee.
- 3A. Penalty for contravention of the provisions of the Act.
- 3B. Offences by authorities and Government departments.
- 3C. Power of Central Government to issue directions.
- 4. Power to make rules.
- 5. Repeal and saving.
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