Wildlife Sanctuaries in India Quiz

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What is the significance of Project Tiger in relation to wildlife sanctuaries in India?

  • It is responsible for the protection of bird sanctuaries in India
  • It oversees the management of all wildlife sanctuaries in India
  • It focuses on establishing new wildlife sanctuaries across India
  • It governs 53 tiger reserves, which are important for Bengal tiger conservation (correct)

When was the oldest bird sanctuary, Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, established in India?

  • 1796 (correct)
  • 1901
  • 1960
  • 1850

How many wildlife sanctuaries were established in India as of January 2023?

  • 345
  • 632
  • 567 (correct)
  • 789

Under which category of protected areas are wildlife sanctuaries classified according to IUCN?

<p>Category IV (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian state hosts the Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, the oldest bird sanctuary in the country?

<p>Tamil Nadu (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Wildlife Sanctuaries in India

  • Project Tiger is a significant initiative in India's wildlife conservation efforts, particularly in relation to wildlife sanctuaries.
  • The oldest bird sanctuary in India is Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, established in 1858.
  • As of January 2023, India has established a significant number of wildlife sanctuaries, with a total of 566 sanctuaries.
  • According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), wildlife sanctuaries are classified under Category IV of protected areas.
  • The Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, the oldest bird sanctuary in the country, is located in the state of Tamil Nadu, India.

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