Forest Society and Colonialism — Social Science STD 9 — Question
Rajasthan BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9Social ScienceForest Society and Colonialism1 Mark
Question
Why did colonists need durable timber?
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Answer
To build ships.
Explanation:
By the early 19th century, oak forests in England were disappearing. This created a problem of timber supply from the Royal Navy. English ships could not be built without a regular supply of strong and durable timber. Imperial power could not be protected without ships. Therefore by the 1820s, search parties were sent to explore the forest resources of India.
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