What is the main objective of the Gujarat Private Forests (Acquisition) Act, 1972?
The Gujarat Private Forests (Acquisition) Act, 1972 (Gujarat Act 14 of 1973) is a state legislation aimed at the acquisition of private forests in the state of Gujarat. The main objective of the Act is to bring private forests under the control and management of the state government, ensuring the sustainable and planned utilization of forest resources, as well as the conservation of biodiversity and protection of the environment.