Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 with Rules, 2007

The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 (Act 2 of 2007) is a landmark legislation enacted to recognize and vest forest rights and occupation in forest land to Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers who have been residing in such forests for generations. The Act seeks to address historical injustices, protect livelihood rights, and promote sustainable forest management through community participation. This 2026 edition includes The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Rules, 2007, as amended by G.S.R. 669(E), dated 6-9-2012 (w.e.f. 6-9-2012). Published as a Bare Act with Comments, the book serves as a comprehensive legal reference on forest rights, tribal welfare, community resource rights, and forest governance in India.

Key Features

• Complete text of The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 (Act 2 of 2007)
• Includes The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Rules, 2007
• Updated with amendments under G.S.R. 669(E), dated 6-9-2012
• Covers statutory provisions relating to recognition and vesting of forest rights
• Provides legal framework for rights of Scheduled Tribes and traditional forest dwellers
• Covers provisions relating to community forest resources and forest governance
• Useful reference for understanding forest land rights and livelihood protections
• Assists in understanding implementation procedures under the Forest Rights framework
• Published as a Bare Act with Comments