Wildlife Conservation in India and Nepal

Questions and Answers

What is the significance of trees according to Gautama Buddha?

Trees are organisms of unlimited kindness and benevolence that provide protection to all beings and offer shade even to those who harm them.

What conservation strategy does not directly involve community participation?

Demarcation of Wildlife sanctuaries

What type of forests are regarded as most valuable for conservation?

Protected forests

What is biodiversity?

Variety of different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms that live in an ecosystem. Signup and view all the answers

Why is biodiversity important for human lives?

Biodiversity is important for human lives as it provides food, shelter, and medicine, and also helps to regulate the climate and maintain ecosystem balance. Signup and view all the answers

How have human activities affected the depletion of flora and fauna?

Human activities such as deforestation, habitat destruction, pollution, and overexploitation of resources have led to the depletion of flora and fauna. Signup and view all the answers

How have communities conserved and protected forests and wildlife in India?

Communities have conserved and protected forests and wildlife in India through initiatives such as Joint Forest Management, Chipko Movement, and Beej Bachao Andolan. Signup and view all the answers

What are good practices towards conserving forest and wildlife?

Good practices include sustainable forest management, reforestation, afforestation, and community-led conservation initiatives. Signup and view all the answers

What type of forests are protected from any further depletion?

Unclassed forests Signup and view all the answers

What kind of forests belong to both government and private individuals and communities?

Other forests and wastelands Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Conservation of Wildlife in India

India and Nepal provide habitat to about two-thirds of the surviving tiger population in the world.
Both nations are prime targets for poaching and illegal trading, leading to the launch of “Project Tiger” in 1973.
The project aims to conserve not only the tiger but also the biotypes of sizeable magnitude.

National Parks and Wildlife Reserves in India

Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, and Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh are some of the tiger reserves in India.
Manas Tiger Reserve in Assam and Periyar Tiger Reserve in Kerala are also prominent tiger reserves.

Classification of Forests in India

Reserved Forests: More than half of the total forest land has been declared reserved forests, which are most valuable for conservation.
Protected Forests: Almost one-third of the total forest area is protected forest, declared by the Forest Department.
Unclassed Forests: These are other forests and wastelands belonging to both government and private individuals and communities.

Community and Conservation

Traditional communities in India have their own set of rules and regulations to protect wildlife and forests.
The famous Chipko movement in the Himalayas has successfully resisted deforestation and promoted community afforestation with indigenous species.
Local communities revere specific trees, such as mahua, kadamba, tamarind, and mango, and worship them during ceremonies.

Importance of Community Participation in Conservation

Conservation strategies must involve local communities to be successful, as they are the best guardians of their natural resources.
Community participation ensures that conservation efforts are people-centric, environment-friendly, and economically rewarding.

Practices for Conserving the Environment

Respecting sacred qualities ascribed to springs, mountain peaks, plants, and animals can help conserve nature.
Feeding and treating animals like temple devotees, as seen in Bishnoi villages in Rajasthan, can promote harmony with nature.
Making environmentally conscious choices in daily life, such as reducing waste and using eco-friendly products, can contribute to conservation efforts.

Description

This quiz focuses on the conservation efforts of endangered species in India and Nepal, including the tiger, rhinoceros, and crocodiles. Learn about the threats they face and the initiatives taken to protect them.