Explain how Indian ecology, forests and forestry, and wildlife were adversely affected under East India Company Raj during early modern period of Indian history.

The early modern period in Indian history, marked by the dominance of the East India Company (EIC) from the late 18th century to the mid-19th century, had profound and detrimental effects on the country's ecology, forests, and wildlife. The activities of the East India Company, driven by economic motives, significantly altered the natural landscape of India and laid the groundwork for environmental challenges that persist to some extent even today.

1. Deforestation and Timber Exploitation:
One of the most striking impacts of the East India Company's rule was the widespread deforestation and the extensive exploitation of timber resources. The British were in constant need of wood for shipbuilding, construction, and other purposes, leading to the large-scale felling of trees. The demand for timber from Indian forests, _______ _______ _____ _____ ________ ___ ________ ____ _____ ______.
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