Wildlife Protection Act of 1972

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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1. How big is Wildlife Protection Act of 1972?National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Reserves, and Community Reserves
2. What is the year of legislative enactment?1972
3. What is the jurisdiction?India
4. Why was the Act made?Many animals such as tigers and lions were disappearing because of hunting and trade. A strong national law was needed to stop this and protect the animals.
5. How does the Act protect animals?Animals are put into schedules that give them different levels of protection. Hunting is banned for many species, and trade needs permits. The law also creates protected areas to keep animals safe.

Environmental Jurisprudence: The body of law and legal principles related to environmental protection and natural resources.
Flagship Species: A species used as an icon for conservation efforts, often charismatic and widely recognized.
Ecological Interdependence: The way different species and their environments rely on each other for survival and balance.