Which of the following Acts is aimed at protecting the rights of tribal communities over forest land?

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Which of the following Acts is aimed at protecting the rights of tribal communities over forest land?

AThe Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Act, 2013

BThe Forest Rights Act, 2006

CThe Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989

DThe Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA)

Answer:

B. The Forest Rights Act, 2006

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