Forest and Wildlife Resources
Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 10 · Social Science
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Forest and wildlife resources form an important part of biodiversity and the ecological system. Forests support life by helping maintain air, water, and soil, while wildlife adds balance to nature through interdependence among living organisms. India has rich biodiversity, but forests and wildlife a
Key Concepts
Biodiversity means the rich variety
Biodiversity means the rich variety of plants, animals, and micro-organisms found in nature. These living beings are closely connected through a web o
Forests are primary producers in
Forests are primary producers in the ecosystem. They support many other living beings and help preserve air, water, soil, and genetic diversity.
Wildlife conservation protects endangered species
Wildlife conservation protects endangered species, their habitats, and the trade restrictions needed to reduce damage to biodiversity. The Wildlife Ac
Project Tiger was launched in 1973
Project Tiger was launched in 1973 after the tiger population had fallen sharply. It focused on saving the tiger and preserving its habitat, with tige
Government
Government-owned or managed forests are classified as reserved forests, protected forests, and unclassified forests. Reserved forests are the most val
Learning Objectives
- Understand the meaning of biodiversity and the role of forests in the ecological system.
- Recognize the importance of conserving forests and wildlife for ecological balance.
- Identify major wildlife protection efforts such as the Wildlife Act and Project Tiger.
- Classify forests into reserved, protected, and unclassified forests.
- Understand community-based conservation methods such as Chipko movement, JFM, sacred groves, and local traditions.
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