Q. Consider the following statements regarding “conservation reserve”:
1.It came into effect by amending the wildlife protection act, 1972 in 2012.
2.It is managed through a Conservation Reserve Management Committee.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: The Amendment Act of 2003 provided for the creation of a new type of protected area called a Conservation Reserve.

  • It is an area owned by the State Government adjacent to National Parks and sanctuaries for protecting the landscape, seascape and habitat of fauna and flora.
  • It is managed through a Conservation Reserve Management Committee.

Source: Shankar IAS

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