Wildlife Protection and Conservation Laws

The video tutorial discusses the preservation of biodiversity, focusing on the Indian Forest Act of 1927 and the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. It explains the differences between Reserve Forests, sanctuaries, National Parks, and biosphere reserves, highlighting their roles in protecting flora and fauna. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding these terminologies and the legal frameworks that govern them.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• Preservation of biodiversity

• Climate change

• Marine biology

• Urban development

What was the primary goal of the Indian Forest Act of 1927?

• To promote tourism

• To protect certain forests and their plants

• To build new cities

• To increase agricultural land

Which year was the Wildlife Act introduced?

• 1927

• 1990

• 1972

• 1985

What is the primary purpose of a Sanctuary under the Wildlife Act?

• To allow hunting

• To protect specific animal species

• To build resorts

• To promote logging

Which type of reserve is specifically dedicated to a particular species?

• National Park

• Urban Park

• Marine Reserve

• Biosphere Reserve

What is prohibited in a National Park?

• Bird watching

• Hiking

• Photography

• Grazing of livestock

Which act focuses on both flora and fauna protection?

• Indian Forest Act

• Agricultural Act

• Wildlife Act

• Urban Development Act

What is a key difference between a Sanctuary and a National Park?

• National Parks allow hunting

• Sanctuaries are controlled by the central government

• National Parks are larger

• Sanctuaries allow more human activities

Which type of reserve is controlled by the state government?

• Both National Park and Biosphere Reserve

• Biosphere Reserve

• National Park

• None of the above

What is the main similarity between all types of reserves discussed?

• They all promote tourism

• They all allow logging

• They all protect flora and fauna

• They are all controlled by the central government