Handbook on Law of Forest Conservation Chandra Prakash Goyal

Handbook on Law of Forest Conservation by Chandra Prakash Goyal is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to India’s forest conservation legal framework. The book provides a clear and structured analysis of laws governing forest protection, sustainable management, and diversion of forest land for non-forest purposes.

Designed as a practical handbook, it explains the Forest (Conservation) Act, related rules, guidelines, policies, and judicial interpretations that shape forest governance in India. The author critically examines legal pathways for balancing environmental conservation with developmental needs, making complex legal provisions accessible and easy to understand.

This handbook is particularly useful for forest officers, environmental lawyers, government officials, project developers, researchers, academicians, and students dealing with forest land diversion, clearances, compliance, and conservation planning. The content reflects current legal positions and administrative practices, ensuring relevance for real-world application.

With its lucid language, systematic presentation, and focus on practical issues, the book serves both as a reference manual and a decision-making aid in matters involving forest conservation and management.