Question 66
HardOriginal questionWhich Indian law, passed in 1972, lists protected animals in schedules and provides for wildlife sanctuaries and national parks?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 bans hunting of listed species and sets up protected areas.
The Biological Diversity Act came in 2002 and the Environment (Protection) Act in 1986.
- Concept
- The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
- Typical timeTypical
- 90 s
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