Why were forests important to the villagers?

Why were forests important to the villagers?

Ans.

(i) Forests were useful as the people used forest products in a variety of ways.

(ii) Fruits and tubers were eaten because they were nutritious and herbs were used for medicinal purposes.

(iii) Bamboo was used to make fences, baskets and umbrellas.

(iv) The wood was used to make agricultural implements like yokes and ploughs.

(v) A dried out gourd was used as a portable water bottle.

(vi) Oil for cooking and lighting lamps was acquired from the fruit of the Mahua tree.

(vii) The creepers were used to make ropes and leaves could be used stitched together to make disposable cups and plates.