• RAHUL KUMAR YADAV

Abstract: The destruction of forests is a pressing global issue with far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, societies, and economies. This paper aims to explore and analyse the ecological, social, and economic impacts of forest destruction. Forests are essential for biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, climate regulation, and the provision of ecosystem services. Their destruction leads to the loss of habitat for numerous plant and animal species, disrupts ecological balance, and contributes to climate change. Moreover, forest destruction adversely affects local communities and indigenous peoples who reply on forests for their livelihoods, cultural practices, and traditional knowledge. Additionally, the economic implications of forest destruction are substantial, including reduced timber resources, decreased agricultural productivity, and increased costs associated with ecological restoration. Effective forest conservation measures and sustainable land management practices are necessary to mitigate the negative impacts of forest destruction and foster a more sustainable future.

forest conservation; forest cover change; plantations; ecological restoration, secondary forest, biodiversity; carbon; ecosystem services; land use change

"The Impact of Forest Destruction: Ecological, Social, and Economic Consequences", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 7, page no.j251-j255, July-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2307935.pdf

"The Impact of Forest Destruction: Ecological, Social, and Economic Consequences", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 7, page no. ppj251-j255, July-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2307935.pdf