UPSC Ecology And Environment Current Ecological Developments Question Bank Current Ecological Developments

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    Read the following statements about Project Tiger.
    (i) It was launched in April 1973.
    (ii) It aimed at ensuring a viable population of Bengal tigers in their natural habitats and also to protect them from extinction.
    (iii) It was launched under the Wildlife Conservation Act.
    Choose the correct option.

    A) (ii) and (iii)                    

    B) (i) and (iii)

    C) (i) and(ii)                       

    D) (i), (ii) and (iii)

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    It was launched in April 1973 under the Wildlife Conservation Act to address the problem of shrinking tiger population in India. It aimed at ensuring a viable population of Bengal tigers in their natural habitats and also to protect them from extinction, and preserving areas of biological importance as a natural, heritage.


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