What were the main causes of deforestation in british rule

The British encouraged the production of commercial crops like jute, sugar, wheat and cotton. The production of foodgrains was needed to feed the growing urban population and raw material was required for British industries in Britain.

The British thought that forests were unproductive. They were of the view that space covered with forests could be used for cultivation which could fetch them revenue and enhance the income of the state also.

The main causes of deforestation in British rule are discussed below.

Explanation:

Forest was affected by the wars and this often leads to deforestation. During British rules, various wars occurred and to meet the timber requirements of wars they used forest and cut a huge number of trees to built ships and other stuff. Another cause of deforestation under British rule is the rail network, rail lines need wooden plank to support the iron lines. these planks are made up of wood.