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Project Tiger was launched following the recommendations of


A

IBWL

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MNHS

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CITIES

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NWAP

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Solution

The correct option is A

IBWL


The correct option is A
Explanation of the correct option:

  1. Endangered animals are considered to be in imminent danger of extinction.
  2. Tigers are endangered species and therefore must be protected to save them from extinction.
  3. The Government of India established the advisory body, Indian Board for Wildlife(IBWL) in 1952 to combat the rapid decline in the wildlife population.
  4. In 1973, Project Tiger was launched by the Government of India under the recommendations of IBWL to save the endangered species of tigers in the country.

Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option B:
Cities were not responsible for recommending the Government of India launch Project Tiger.

Option C:
Malabar Natural History Society (MNHS) in Kerala is an institution that deals with the education, research, and conservation of the nature

Option D:

  1. NWAP stands for National Wildlife Action Plan.
  2. Indian Board for Wildlife(IBWL) adopted this plan in 1983 for the conservation of wildlife.

Final answer:
Project Tiger was launched following the recommendations of IBWL.


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