We as a human along with all living organisms directly or indirectly depend on forest.
We get so many things like wood for furniture, fuel, fodder, medicinal herbs, honey, lac, gum, fruits etc from the forest.
Also forests provide natural habitat to the whole wildlife, such as lions, tigers, elephants, monkeys, etc. so forest is important for us.
Final Answer:
Since, we all directly or indirectly dependent on the forests for the livelihood and survival. As we get things like wood, fuel, and medicinal plants, and honey from the forest, it is important for us.