Forests and ecological history of Assam

This text presents an account of the transformation of Assam's forests and ecology from the colonial times to the present. It examines the role of imperial forestry practices, law and conservation, role of institutions, plantations, silvicultural practices, protection and regeneration, and live...

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Main Author: Saikia, Arupjyoti
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Oxford Oxford University Press 2011, 2011
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