This book provides a snapshot but contemporary regulatory mechanism relating to the utilization of NTFPs and medicinal plants and a policy on the same. The authors have tried to identify the gaps in the NTFP and medicinal plant sectors and also suggest solutions to plug those gaps through a policy framework. The book is divided into six chapters. The introductory chapter gives the contexts of study and the conceptual framework of the medicinal plant sector, ...
Adaptive Management of Medicinal Plants and Non Timber Forest Products: Strategies, Implications and Policy
Non-Timber Forest Products, more particularly those of medicinal value are among major sources contributing to the economic development. These also play an important role in the socio-economic uplift, improvement of cultural lifestyle and health care of tribal and rural people. The ever growing demand of these products has put a great pressure on the resources. The situation has been further aggravated by destructive and unsustainable harvesting and inefficient ...