Community Involvement in Natural Resource Management in India

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What percentage of Madhya Pradesh's total forest area is under permanent forests?

50%

60%

80%

75% (correct)

Which state has the largest percentage of reserved forests of its total forest area?

Tamil Nadu

Andhra Pradesh

Uttarakhand

Kerala (correct)

Which group of states have a bulk of their forests under protected forests?

Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, West Bengal

Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu

Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Odisha (correct)

Bihar, Punjab, Rajasthan

Which region in India has a very high percentage of forests managed by local communities?

Eastern states Signup and view all the answers

In which reserve in Rajasthan did villagers fight against mining using the Wildlife Protection Act?

Sariska Tiger Reserve Signup and view all the answers

What are local communities struggling to conserve in some areas of India?

Traditional habitats Signup and view all the answers

What is the key lesson from the environmental dynamics discussed in the text?

Local communities need to play a central role in decision-making regarding natural resources. Signup and view all the answers

According to Gautama Buddha, how does a tree contribute to the ecosystem?

By offering shade even to those who harm it Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is NOT aligned with environmentally friendly practices?

Clearing forests for agriculture Signup and view all the answers

Which conservation strategy directly involves community participation?

Community-led Beej Bachao Andolan Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial for local communities to be involved in decision-making about natural resources?

To promote sustainable resource management and protect ecosystems Signup and view all the answers

Which movement is known for its active involvement of local communities in forest conservation?

Chipko Movement Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of designating forests as Reserved, Protected, Unclassed, and other categories in India?

To ensure conservation and protection of forest and wildlife resources Signup and view all the answers

How do Reserved forests differ from Unclassed forests in India?

Reserved forests have restricted human access while Unclassed forests are open to all Signup and view all the answers

Why are wastelands also included in the conservation efforts alongside forests in India?

Wastelands can be converted into productive forest areas with proper management Signup and view all the answers

How do communities contribute to forest and wildlife conservation in India?

By actively participating in community-based conservation initiatives Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of good practices towards conserving forest and wildlife resources?

Promoting sustainable forest management and wildlife protection measures Signup and view all the answers

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