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The British government allowed the pastoralists and hunting communities to graze and hunt in forests.

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The above statement is false.
The British government banned the locals from entering forests to collect minor produce. The British required resources to expand its revenue basket. In this regard, the British passed the forest act to regulate the use of forest produce. They could not openly enter the woods. The pastoralists and hunting communities were worst affected as they depended on forest resources for sustenance. The pastoralists were barred from moving from one place to another. They required a permit to enter forests and collect wood for house building and fuel. Hunters were also prohibited from hunting animals.
The correct statement would be The British government didn't allow the pastoralists and hunting communities to graze and hunt in forests.

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