Social Science (087) — AI-generated practice question

Launched in 1973, Project Tiger aimed to save the tiger from extinction, as its population had fallen sharply from an estimated 55,000 to just 1,827. Beyond protecting the tiger itself, the project served the equally important purpose of preserving biotopes (habitats) of sizeable magnitude. By safeguarding the tiger's habitat, entire ecosystems — including prey species, vegetation, water sources, and other wildlife — were protected. Since the tiger is a key species in the faunal web, its conservation ensured the health and balance of the broader ecological system it inhabits.

Source: Forest and Wildlife Resources, Chapter 2

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• The key phrase examiners expect is "preserving biotypes/biotopes of sizeable magnitude" — use it directly from the textbook.
• Two-part answer is needed: (1) the direct purpose — saving the tiger, and (2) the broader ecological purpose — habitat/ecosystem preservation.
• Mentioning the tiger as a "key wildlife species in the faunal web" adds accuracy and earns marks.
• Avoid padding with lists of tiger reserves unless specifically asked.