Section 65 in The U.P. Gram Sabha, Gram Panchayat and Bhumi Prabandhak Samiti Manual
65. Benefits accrued from plantation of trees.
- Plantation of trees and groves is a measure of the greatest importance in the development of rural economy. The plantation of trees would-(1)increase fuel supply in the village so that cowdung can be utilised for manure;(2)increase the supply of fruits so that a more balanced diet would be available;(3)prevent soil from being eroded;(4)prevent floods;(5)tend to increase rainfall and ensure slow and continuous showers instead of a heavy downpour;(6)increase the capacity of the soil to retain moisture so that the level of water in the wells does not fall down; and(7)give shade.
