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orests are called lungs of the earth or nature!

Forests are one of the most important natural
resources that have been gifted to mankind
for its sustained existence on requires to be
addressed as a priority. Forests provide us with
huge amounts of tangible and intangible benefits,
without which human existence would be
threatened. Hence, for the survival of human beings,
a holistic approach is required to be adopted
towards a sustainable way to maintain our forests
and meet our needs at the same time so that there is
a mutually beneficial co-existence of all.
Forests have a major role to play in enhancing the
quality of our environment. Trees take in carbon
dioxide and release oxygen into the air thereby
helping in keeping the environment healthy and
beautiful. Forests influence local and global climate.
They conserve soil by preventing rapid runoff of
water after heavy rains, thereby reducing soil
erosion and minimizing floods. Forests are also vital
for increasing our ground water. Because of the
thick humus layer, loose soil, and soil-retaining
powers of the long roots of trees, forests are vitally
important for preserving adequate water supplies.
Restrictions need to be put in place to conserve
forests. With the alarming rate of deforestation,
measures need to be put in place to protect wildlife,
the environment, and all the living things that
depend on forests for their survival. People need to
be educated on the importance of conserving
forests, as it will empower them to act appropriately
such as planting more trees instead of cutting them.
Strict measures need to be made to punish those
who violate the set rules. Such measures should be
taken to regulate grazing, cutting down of trees,
tribal activities, forest fires etc. Forests are vital for
human existence and if nothing is done to conserve
them all living things are in danger of extinction. So,
everyone should conserve forests!!