Multiple choice

Why did the Government of India introduce the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?

  1. To regulate trade in wild plants and animals

  2. To identify and protect rare species of flora and fauna in India

  3. To establish national parks, sanctuaries and biosphere reserves

  4. To establish rules against poching

  5. To establish mega diversity centers in India
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer. To protect, preserve and propagate the variety of species within natural boundaries, the Government of India passed the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, under which national parks and sanctuaries were established and biosphere reserves were declared.

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