: It is a grant allowing right-holders to extract "Taur" (a massive evergreen climber) from forest lands without payment.
: Its large, durable leaves are culturally significant in Himachal Pradesh for serving Langar (community meals). Recently, there has been a push to revive this tradition at major sites like the Taradevi Temple to reduce plastic waste.
: Bauhinia vahlii (Taur) is a hardy climber found in various forest divisions like Bilaspur, Nurpur, and Joginder Nagar. Taur free
: Taur is often classified among "green shrubs" or miscellaneous forest produce that can be collected when other primary timber or firewood sources are unavailable or restricted. Botanical and Cultural Significance
In the context of the , "Taur free" refers to the legal right granted to local inhabitants ( right-holders ) to harvest the Taur plant ( Bauhinia vahlii ) free of charge for specific domestic uses. Summary of Taur Free Rights : It is a grant allowing right-holders to
: Harvesting must be done under the directions of the local forest department to ensure sustainable forest management.
For official documentation on these rights, you can refer to the of specific forest divisions (e.g., Bilaspur Vol-II ) which detail the appendices of rights for local villagers. 1 APPENDIX - HP Forest Department : Bauhinia vahlii (Taur) is a hardy climber
: It is primarily granted for use as fuel and for making traditional leaf plates (pattals).