17.3.2. New Policy Framework

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the Wildlife Protection Act prohibit?

   Hint

   Think about what should be done to preserve wildlife.

2. 2.

   Name one endangered plant protected under the Wildlife Protection Act.

   Hint

   Consider rare plants that might be protected.

3. 3.

   What is the primary aim of the Wildlife Protection Act?

   • To promote tourism
   • To protect endangered species
   • To allow hunting for sport

   Hint

   Think about the goal of conservation efforts.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Forest Conservation Act allows any state to convert reserved forests without government approval.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider who has the final say on forest land usage.

5. 5.

   Design a comprehensive awareness campaign to educate a rural community about the benefits of the Wildlife Protection Act. What strategies would you include?

   Hint

   Consider who in the community can help spread the message effectively.

6. 6.

   Critically assess the balance between economic development and environmental protection in the context of the Forest Conservation Act.

   Hint

   Think about both sides of conservation and development.