We saw in this chapter that there are four main stakeholders when it comes to forests and wildlife. Which among these should have the authority to decide the management of forest produce? Why do you think so?

(N/A) The forest department of the government should have the authority to decide the management of forest produce. This is because the forest department acts as the custodian of forest land and is responsible for its protection,conservation,and sustainable management,ensuring that resources are not exploited for short-term gains at the cost of long-term ecological balance.