Q1. [3] straightforward initial-understanding
What is the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972, and how does it help protect wildlife in India? Mention any two of its key features.
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Model Answer
The Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 was implemented to protect India's rapidly declining wildlife population by providing legal safeguards to endangered species and their habitats.
Two key features:
- Ban on hunting: It banned hunting of protected/endangered species such as tigers, one-horned rhinoceros, and Asiatic lions, giving them legal protection.
- Protection of habitats: It provided legal protection to wildlife habitats and led to the establishment of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries across India. It also published an all-India list of protected species and restricted trade in wildlife.
Source: Conservation of Forest and Wildlife in India, Chapter 2
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Explanation
- The question is 3 marks, so briefly define the Act (1 mark) and give two clearly labelled features (1 mark each).
- Directly mention the year 1972 — examiners look for this.
- Key terms to include: banning hunting, legal protection to habitats, restricted trade in wildlife, protected species list.
- Avoid listing too many examples — one or two per point is enough.