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Question

In which year did the British Raj establish the Imperial Forest Department, with Dietrich Brandis, a German forest officer, appointed as the Inspector General of Forests?

A 1850 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 1864 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 1875 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 1882 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

In 1864, the British Raj established the Imperial Forest Department; Dietrich Brandis, a German forest officer, was appointed Inspector General of Forests. The Imperial Forestry Service was organised subordinate to the Imperial Forest Department in 1867.

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