Q1. Write any three measures to conserve the ecosystem?
Ans: Three measures to conserve the ecosystem are:
Q2. Explain any three methods of forest conservation adopted by the government after independence.
Ans: The government has adopted several methods to conserve forests after independence:
Q3. Give three reasons why we need to save the biodiversity of our planet?
Ans: We must conserve or save the biodiversity of our planet because:
Q4. What has been the contribution of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act in protecting habitats in India. Explain.
Ans: The Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, enacted in 1972, plays a crucial role in safeguarding habitats in India. Its key contributions include:
As a result, both central and state governments have:
Q5. Write any three effective practices towards conserving forests and wildlife.
Ans: Effective Practices for Conserving Forests and Wildlife are as follows:
Q6. Write a brief note on ‘Project Tiger’.
Ans: Project Tiger was launched in 1973 to protect the declining tiger population in India. Key points include:
Tiger conservation also helps preserve diverse ecosystems and supports biodiversity.
Q7. Why is conservation of forest and wildlife necessary? In what way have conservation projects changed in recent years?
Ans:
In recent years, conservation projects have shifted focus to biodiversity as a whole, rather than just a few species. There is now a greater emphasis on finding diverse conservation methods, including the protection of insects.
Q8. With the help of three examples show how communities have carried out conservation of flora and fauna in India.
Ans:
In Sariska Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan, villagers have successfully opposed mining activities by referencing the Wildlife Protection Act. They actively protect their forests.
In Alwar district, residents of five villages have designated 1,200 hectares of forest as the Bhairodev Dakav Sanctuary. They established their own rules to prohibit hunting and safeguard wildlife.
The Chipko movement in the Himalayas has effectively halted deforestation and promoted community-led afforestation using native species.
Q9. Explain any two famous movements for the protection of forests.
Ans: The Chipko movement in the Himalayas has effectively resisted deforestation in Uttarakhand. It has demonstrated that community-led afforestation using native species can thrive. Groups like the Beej Bachao Andolan and Navdanya have shown that diverse crop production is possible without synthetic chemicals.
The Joint Forest Management (JFM) programme, established in 1988, encourages local communities to manage and restore degraded forest areas. This initiative relies on forming local groups that collaborate with the forest department to protect these lands.
Q10. What is bio-diversity? Why is bio-diversity important for human life?
Ans: Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth, including all wildlife and cultivated species. It encompasses a wide range of forms and functions, all interconnected through various interdependencies.
Its importance for human life includes:
Without biodiversity, human life would be unsustainable.
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