Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 with Amendments Made in 1988

1. Short title, extent and commencement.
2. Restriction on the dereservation of forests or use of forest land for non-forest purpose.
3. Constitution of Advisory Committee.
3A. Penalty for contravention of the provisions of the Act.
3B. Offences by the Authorities and Government Departments.
4. Power to make rules.
5. Repeal and saving.