Question

When was the wildlife protection act implemented in india name any four protected species?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 is an Act of the Parliament of India enacted for protection of plants and animal species. Before 1972, India had only five designated national parks.

Answer 2

Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

Explanation:-

• The Act provides for the protection of wild animals, birds, and plant species of the country to ensure environmental and ecological security. Among other things, the Act prohibits hunting of several animal species. The Act was last rewritten in the year 2006. A modification bill was submitted in the Rajya Sabha in 2013 and pertained to a status committee, but it was relinquished in 2015.
• The Act gives for the constitution of a wildlife advisory board, wildlife wardens, specifying their powers and duties, etc.

• There are four protected species:

1. Tiger
2. Lion
3. Great Indian Bustard.
4. One-horned rhinoceros