Terai, Nepal

• What is the Terai Arc in Nepal known for?

  High biodiversity and humid fertile soil
• Why do local populations in the Terai Arc rely on forests?

  They rely on forests for their livelihoods
• Which animals are mentioned as inhabitants of the Terai Arc?

  Indian rhinoceros, sloth bear, and Bengal tiger
• What environmental issue has been exacerbated by deforestation in the Terai Arc?

  Catastrophic flooding during recent monsoon seasons
• What are the aims of sustainable forest management schemes in the Terai Arc?

  • Conserve forests
  • Provide livelihood for locals
  • Provide income for the Nepali state