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    Question

    The Forest Rights Act, which seeks to recognise and vest

    forest rights in Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers, was enacted in which year?
    A 2003 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2004 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2005 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2006 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 2007 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers Act, commonly known as the Forest Rights Act, was enacted in 2006. It recognises individual and community rights over forest land, minor forest produce, and habitation through a Gram Sabha– led verification process.

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