How many schedules are there in the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 of India?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is C) VI.

Explanation:

• The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 of India has 6 schedules that provide detailed provisions for the protection of wildlife.

Information Booster:

• Wildlife Protection Act, 1972:
  • Enacted to provide for the protection of wild animals, birds, and plants in India.
  • It helps in the conservation and management of wildlife habitats.
  • The 6 Schedules categorize species according to the level of protection they require.
• Schedule I and II:
  • Offer the highest level of protection to species.
• Schedule III and IV:
  • Provide moderate protection to species.
• Schedule V:
  • Includes animals that are vermin.
• Schedule VI:
  • Lists plants that are prohibited from being harvested, traded, or used without government permission.
• Amendment:
  • The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 was amended by the 1982 Amendment to enhance wildlife protection.
  • The act has been further amended in 2002 and 2006.
• Ministry Responsible:
  • Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
  • Current Minister:Bhupender Yadav