Legal Implications of the National Agroforestry Policy (NAP) 2014: A Special Reference to the State of Madhya Pradesh

Pramila Sadhav

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.67207

Legal Implications of the National Agroforestry Policy (NAP) 2014: A Special Reference to the State of Madhya Pradesh

Author(s)	Dr. Pramila Sadhav
Country	India
Abstract	The National Agroforestry Policy (NAP) 2014 represents a landmark shift in India’s legal and policy framework by formally integrating agroforestry into mainstream agriculture and environmental governance. The policy seeks to address regulatory barriers, promote sustainable land use, enhance farmer livelihoods, and contribute to climate change mitigation through tree-based agricultural systems. This paper examines the legal implications of the National Agroforestry Policy 2014 with special reference to its implementation in the State of Madhya Pradesh. It analyzes the objectives and legal reforms introduced under the policy, particularly concerning tree-felling regulations, timber transportation, and land-use laws, and evaluates how Madhya Pradesh has operationalized these reforms through institutional mechanisms, regulatory relaxations, and integration with existing development schemes. The study further highlights the incorporation of indigenous knowledge systems, including sacred groves, traditional water conservation techniques, and medicinal plant cultivation, as integral components of agroforestry governance in the state. By assessing best practices, public–private partnerships, and financial incentives, the paper demonstrates how Madhya Pradesh has emerged as a model for agroforestry-led sustainable development. The paper also identifies persisting legal challenges such as land tenure issues, regulatory ambiguities, and awareness gaps. It concludes that a supportive and coherent legal framework, coupled with the recognition of indigenous rights and ecological knowledge, is essential for strengthening agroforestry as a tool for environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and inclusive rural development in India.
Keywords	Agroforestry Law; National Agroforestry Policy 2014; Indigenous Knowledge Systems; Environmental Sustainability; Madhya Pradesh
Field	Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-01-25
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.67207

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