Question

The 1988 Amendment to the Forest Conservation Act introduced:

• A. Compensatory afforestation schemes
• B. Protection for tribal land rights
• C. Wildlife protection schedules
• D. Penalties (Section 3A) and liability for authorities/companies (Section 3B)

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Penalties (Section 3A) and liability for authorities/companies (Section 3B)

• The 1988 Amendment made the Act stricter by introducing penalties (Section 3A) and making officials or companies responsible for violations (Section 3B).