British forest policy with special reference to manipur 1891–1947

In this paper an attempt will be made to study the British management of forest resources in Manipur since it took over the state in 1891. Initially, the forest of the state was treated as those of the unclassed state forest in the Surma valley, which, according to D.C Kaith, was mostly exploited with the idea of making a room for cultivation, though those areas were opened to ruthless destruction. Therefore with a view to increase revenue Maxwell, the Political Agent of Manipur raised the issue of how to manage Manipur forests particularly North West forest bordering Cachar, Burma border teak forest, Ukhrul pine forest and forest our looking the valley.