The question asks for the launch year of Project Tiger in India. This is a factual question related to environmental conservation history in India. Recalling the key dates of major conservation initiatives is crucial for such questions.
Correct Option: B) 1973
Project Tiger was launched on April 1, 1973, to conserve the tiger population in India. It is one of the most significant wildlife conservation efforts globally, aiming to protect tigers and their habitats.
The question asks to identify which of the given Central Acts have relevance to biodiversity conservation in India. We need to analyze each act individually to determine its connection to biodiversity.
Based on the analysis, all four acts have relevance to or bearing on biodiversity conservation in India, either directly or indirectly.
Correct Option: C) 1, 2, 3 and 4
The question asks about the contents of the "Red Data Books" published by the IUCN. To answer this, one needs to know the primary purpose and scope of these books.
B) 2 only. The Red Data Books are specifically known for listing threatened plant and animal species.
The question asks for the scientific name of the Indian Tiger. Scientific names follow a binomial nomenclature system, consisting of a genus and a species name. We need to identify the correct scientific name for the tiger among the given options.
Correct Option: B) Panthera tigris
The scientific name for the tiger, including the Indian Tiger (which is a subspecies of Panthera tigris), is Panthera tigris. This binomial nomenclature correctly identifies the genus (Panthera) and the species (tigris) of the animal.
The question asks about the functions of the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) in protecting Indian agriculture. We need to evaluate each given statement based on the mandate and activities of the NBA, which was established under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
Based on the analysis, statements 1 and 3 are correct, while statement 2 is incorrect.
Correct Option: C) 1 and 3 only
The question asks for the most important strategy to conserve biodiversity while also accommodating traditional human life. This requires understanding the different types of protected areas and their primary objectives, especially concerning human involvement.
Correct Option: A) biosphere reserves are specifically designed to promote conservation and sustainable development, allowing for the integration of traditional human life and cultural practices within designated zones, making them the most comprehensive strategy for both biodiversity conservation and human well-being.