What are sacred groves? How has 'sacredness' ascribed to the plants and animals protect them

What are sacred groves? How has 'sacredness' ascribed to the plants and animals helped in protecting them?

ANS. Sacred groves are patches of forest or part of a large forest that has been left untouched. Any interference with the groves is being banned socially on account of the sacredness and spirituality attached to them.


In the sacred groves of Meghalaya, every plant, animal, bird and their dead and decaying matter and even the abiotic components like stones and soil are considered the belongings of the sacred forest and they are considered untouchables and un-demolished properties, so should they be treated with respect and care. The sacredness attached to the plants and animals of the sacred groves helps them to be protected for generations.

Meghalaya sacred forest at Mawphlang
Mawphlang sacred grove of Meghalaya is one of the best known place in India 
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