(i) By 1983, what was the value of the previously worthless sal forests in the Arabari forest range of Midnapore district ?
(ii) Name the way to capture the rain water when it rains, store that water above ground or charge the underground and use it latter.
(iii) Write any two negative effects caused by deforestation.

Explanation

(i) By 1983, the value of the previously worthless Sal forests in the Arabari forest range of Midnapore district was estimated to be about 12.5 crores.
(ii) Rain water harvesting.
(iii) (a) Reduced availability of forest products.
(b) Deterioration in the quality of soil.
(c) Reduction in the sources of water.