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Wildlife population are decreasing due to _________

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Afforestation
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Loss of minerals
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Poaching
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Loss of sunlight
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Solution

The correct option is C Poaching
  • Poaching has been defined as illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals, usually associated with land use rights.
  • According to Encyclopædia Britannica, poaching was performed by impoverished peasants for subsistence purposes and a supplement for meagre diets.
  • Hence, Wildlife population are decreasing due to Poaching.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Poaching'.

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