Wildlife Management Unit-I

ISBN-13: 9786204981512 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str.

Y. Thangam; Roshini. Lathika. Myvizhi.; Nithya. Ragini. Dharani. Devaraj

Opis

The Indian Parliament enacted the Wildlife (Protection) Act in 1972, provides for the safeguard and protection of the wildlife (flora and fauna) in the country. Wildlife is a part of 'forests' was a state subject until the Parliament passed this law in 1972. According to Charles Darwin, only the fittest is meant to survive.The Wildlife Protection Act protects all kinds of animals from amphibians to birds, mammals, and reptiles under Section 2(1).The Act prohibits hunting of wild animals specified in Schedules I, II, III, and IV including Indian Elephant, Indian Lion, Snow Leopard, Tiger, and Crocodile. Zoos play a vital role in the preservation of wild animals. Section 38A to 38J establishes central zoo authority in India with the objective to conserve biodiversity, particularly animals as per the National Zoo Policy, 1998 and the National Zoo Rules, 1992.Project Tiger Conservation was launched in 1973 to ensure and maintain the population of Bengal tigers.Project elephant is a central scheme that was launched by the central government in 1992. IUCN, CITES, UNEP, WWF, WBCSD, WRI started work on the World Conservation Strategy.No person has the right to destroy or damage the forest.

O autorze

Dr. Y. Thangam is working as an Assistant Professor. She is specialized in Nanotoxicology. Received many awards like best Professor, G.K Gold medal, Asia & Indian book of records, Nobel award, Life Time Achievement award. Published 52 papers in Int. J, Books 24.