A Survey of Buddhists’ Perspectives on Problems and Impacts of Forest and Land Fires in Central Kalimantan

Authors

  • Joko Santoso , Sulmin Gumiri , Nina Yulianti , Masliani

Abstract

This article raises the problem and nature of forest and land fires, which are a significant
environmental problem in the country in general and especially in Central Kalimantan. The impact of the
problem of forest and land fires is the loss of various eco-system benefits from forests and other potentials.
Two factors cause forest and land fires are natural and human fires. The problem of forest and land fires is a
fundamental issue in Central Kalimantan. This study aims to find out how understanding, attitude, and role
of Buddhists in terms of forest and land fires in Central Kalimantan was constructed. A survey method was
used in this study to capture participants’ perspectives. Data collection techniques in this study were
questionnaires. Samples were distributed to Buddhists in three regions totaling 45 people. The results of the
study concluded that Buddhists have a sufficient understanding of the problem of forest and land fires in
Central Kalimantan. However, there is still a small proportion that does not have understanding, attitude,
and role, and there are also those whose understanding, attitude, and role are contrary to expectations of
forest fires and land.

Published

2020-01-31

Issue

Section

Articles