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?

<p>Eastern states (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sariska Tiger Reserve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Traditional habitats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Local communities need to play a central role in decision-making regarding natural resources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>By offering shade even to those who harm it (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Clearing forests for agriculture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which conservation strategy directly involves community participation?

<p>Community-led Beej Bachao Andolan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To promote sustainable resource management and protect ecosystems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Chipko Movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To ensure conservation and protection of forest and wildlife resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Reserved forests differ from Unclassed forests in India?

<p>Reserved forests have restricted human access while Unclassed forests are open to all (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Wastelands can be converted into productive forest areas with proper management (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>By actively participating in community-based conservation initiatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Promoting sustainable forest management and wildlife protection measures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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