Forest n. large area covered with trees

The Supreme Court directed states to follow the 'dictionary definition' of 'forest' for land approval. Van Adhiniyam 2023 was passed without crucial data, risking declassification of forests and promoting commercialization. Critics argue that compensatory afforestation cannot offset the ecological costs of destroying mixed forests. The ruling emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the need to protect forests as a public good.
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