Q. With reference to the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) scheme, consider the following statements:
1.One of its aims is to increase the number of zoos in India.
2.The scheme also provides compensation for loss of life and property due to wildlife.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The IDWH scheme is primarily focused on the conservation and protection of wildlife habitats, both within and outside protected areas, and includes recovery programs for critically endangered species.
Statement 2 is correct. The IDWH scheme addresses human-wildlife conflict, which includes providing measures such as compensation for loss of life and property due to wildlife interactions.
Source: AIR
