Previous year MCQs

Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2016 GS-I
Question

Which of the following Acts provides for protection to wild animals in India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Wildlife Protection Act 1972

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Wildlife Protection Act 1972”.
The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 is the primary legislation in India that provides protection to wild animals. It covers a wide range of aspects related to wildlife conservation, including the protection of endangered species, habitat preservation, and the regulation of hunting and trade in wildlife.

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