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What is the main objective of The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 in India?
What is the main objective of The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 in India?
- Allowing unrestricted trade of endangered species
- Providing legal protection to wildlife and their habitats (correct)
- Promoting hunting and poaching in tiger reserves
- Encouraging the exploitation of wildlife resources
Which of the following best describes the purpose of enacting The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of enacting The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
- To encourage unrestricted trade of endangered species
- To legalize hunting in protected areas
- To promote exploitation of wildlife for commercial purposes
- To prevent the exploitation of diverse wildlife resources (correct)
How does The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 contribute to wildlife conservation in India?
How does The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 contribute to wildlife conservation in India?
- By allowing unrestricted hunting of protected species
- By providing legal protection to wildlife and their habitats (correct)
- By promoting habitat destruction for commercial activities
- By encouraging illegal trading of endangered species
Which action is prohibited by The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
Which action is prohibited by The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
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Why was The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 enacted in India?
Why was The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 enacted in India?
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The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
- Enacted in 1972, an important legislation in India for wildlife protection and conservation
- Objective: preserve India's diverse wildlife resources and prevent their exploitation
- Aims to protect wildlife and conserve their habitats
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