Consider the following pairs:1. Kani Tribe - Conservation of Agasthya...
1. Kani Tribe - Conservation of Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve: This pair is correctly matched. The Kani Tribe in Kerala is known for their traditional practices that contribute to the conservation of the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve. They possess deep traditional knowledge about medicinal plants and sustainable resource use.
2. Bishnoi Community - Protection of Asiatic Lion in Gir Forest: This pair is incorrectly matched. The Bishnoi community is renowned for its protection of the Khejri tree and wildlife such as blackbucks, not the Asiatic Lion which is found in Gir Forest, Gujarat. The Asiatic Lion is primarily conserved in the Gir National Park by state efforts and other local communities.
3. Soliga Tribe - Coexistence with wildlife in Biligiri Rangana Hills: This pair is correctly matched. The Soliga Tribe in Karnataka is known for their peaceful coexistence with wildlife, including tigers and elephants, in the Biligiri Rangana Hills (BRT) Tiger Reserve.
4. Tribes in Odisha - Practice of jhum cultivation for soil fertility: This pair is correctly matched. Tribes in Odisha, as well as in Nagaland, practice jhum (shifting) cultivation, which includes long fallow periods that help in maintaining soil fertility.
Pairs 1, 3, and 4 are correctly matched, making a total of two correctly matched pairs out of four.