Himanshu Tiwari

Community-based forest management (CBM) in rural India significantly contributes to livelihood security by providing direct access to forest resources for food, fuel, fodder, and income generation through the sale of non-timber forest products (NTFPs). It also fosters sustainable resource management, leading to improved forest health and increased availability of resources over time. Furthermore, community-based forest management empowers local communities by strengthening their institutions and giving them a voice in forest governance, which can lead to better access to and control over resources.

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