Wildlife Protection Act 1972 — Set 4
Forest & Wildlife · वन्यजीव संरक्षण अधिनियम 1972 · Questions 31–40 of 140
What key change did the Wildlife Protection Amendment Act 2022 bring to the Schedules?
Correct Answer: C. Merged Schedules III and IV into one, reducing total Schedules from 6 to 4
The Wildlife Protection Amendment Act 2022 merged the original Schedules III and IV into a single Schedule, reducing the total number of Schedules from 6 to 4. It also provided for implementation of CITES provisions within India. The amendment strengthened penalties and updated the list of protected species.
Under WPA 1972, who can grant permission to hunt a wild animal for scientific purposes?
Correct Answer: B. Chief Wildlife Warden with state government approval
Under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972, the Chief Wildlife Warden with the prior approval of the State Government can grant permission to hunt a wild animal for scientific or educational purposes. This is an exceptional provision and does not apply to Schedule I species. The permit specifies the species, number, area, and time for which hunting is permitted.
The Gangetic River Dolphin is India's National Aquatic Animal and is listed under:
Correct Answer: C. Schedule I of WPA 1972
The Gangetic River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica) is India's National Aquatic Animal and is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act 1972, giving it the highest protection. It is also classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Project Dolphin was launched in 2020 to conserve this species.
Under WPA 1972, boundaries of a National Park can be altered only by:
Correct Answer: C. A resolution passed by the State Legislature
Under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972, the boundaries of a National Park can only be altered by a resolution passed by the State Legislature. This provision gives National Parks a higher degree of permanence compared to Wildlife Sanctuaries. No grazing or private tenurial rights are allowed inside National Parks.
The Snow Leopard is listed under which Schedule of the Wildlife Protection Act 1972?
Correct Answer: C. Schedule I
The Snow Leopard is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act 1972, providing it the maximum legal protection. It is also listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. The Snow Leopard inhabits the high-altitude areas of the Himalayas in states like Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
The first Protected Area established in India was:
Correct Answer: A. Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand (then United Provinces) was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park, making it the first national park in India. It was renamed Ramganga National Park in 1952 and then Jim Corbett National Park in 1957. It was also the first park to come under Project Tiger in 1973.
Project Elephant was launched by the Government of India in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1992
Project Elephant was launched by the Government of India in 1992 to protect elephants, their habitat, and corridors. It provides financial and technical support to elephant range states. India has the largest population of Asian Elephants in the world, with about 27,000-30,000 elephants.
Hunting of wild animals is defined under WPA 1972 to include:
Correct Answer: B. Killing, poisoning, snaring, trapping, or injuring any wild animal
Under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972, hunting is defined broadly to include killing, poisoning, snaring, trapping, capturing, or injuring any wild animal or destroying or taking any part thereof. It also includes disturbing eggs or nests of birds or reptiles. This comprehensive definition ensures all forms of wildlife harm are covered legally.
The Wildlife Protection Act 1972 was amended significantly in which years? (Most important amendment)
Correct Answer: B. 1991 and 2002
The Wildlife Protection Act 1972 was significantly amended in 1991 (which established the Central Zoo Authority) and in 2002 (which introduced Conservation Reserves and Community Reserves as new protected area categories). The 2022 Amendment further restructured Schedules and implemented CITES provisions. These amendments progressively strengthened the wildlife protection framework.
Which type of Protected Area can include private land under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972?
Correct Answer: D. Community Reserve
Community Reserves under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972 can be established on community or private land, unlike National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, and Conservation Reserves which are primarily on government land. Community Reserves are managed through a Community Reserve Management Committee with local participation. This model balances conservation with community rights.