The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992
The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992 is a federal legislation which extends to the whole of Pakistan. The law is aimed at controlling and regulating the cutting of trees, primarily in reserved and protected forests. The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992 was enacted in response to concerns over deforestation and the depletion of forest resources. This Act serves as a complementary law to the broader Forest Act, 1927. It applies to the entire territory of Pakistan, covering both public and private lands. The key focus of this law is the prevention of unauthorized tree cutting, particularly in ecologically sensitive areas. Under the Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992, cutting trees in reserved and protected forests without proper authorization is strictly prohibited, and those who violate these provisions can face penalties and legal consequences. The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1992 has repealed the Cutting of Trees (Prohibition) Act, 1975.
