Section 6(2) in The M.P. Adim Jan Jatiyon Ka Sanrakshan (Vrakshon Me Hit) Rules, 2000
(2)The Range Officer along with his subordinate staff shall inspect the site and verify the demarcation of the said land of the applicant on the field and determine on the basis of departmental documents and maps whether or not the land in question is part of the Reserved or Protected Forests. If the land is included in the Reserved/Protected Forests, the Range Officer shall record his finding to the effect and submit a report accordingly through the concerned Sub-Divisional Officer (Forest) without making any further inquiry.
