This mind map illustrates the multi-faceted approach India takes towards wildlife and biodiversity preservation, covering legal frameworks, key initiatives, guiding principles, and international commitments. It highlights the interconnectedness of various policies and acts.
This timeline traces the key historical milestones and policy developments in India's journey towards robust wildlife and biodiversity conservation, from international conferences to national legislation and flagship programs.
This mind map illustrates the multi-faceted approach India takes towards wildlife and biodiversity preservation, covering legal frameworks, key initiatives, guiding principles, and international commitments. It highlights the interconnectedness of various policies and acts.
This timeline traces the key historical milestones and policy developments in India's journey towards robust wildlife and biodiversity conservation, from international conferences to national legislation and flagship programs.
Wildlife Protection Act 1972 (Amended 2022)
Environment Protection Act 1986
Biological Diversity Act 2002
Art 48A (DPSP) & 51A(g) (FD)
Project Tiger (1973)
Project Cheetah (2022)
National Wildlife Action Plans (4th NWAP 2017-2031)
Habitat Improvement & Restoration
Anti-Poaching & Law Enforcement
Community Involvement & Eco-development
CITES (Convention on Int. Trade in Endangered Species)
CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity)
Stockholm Conference; Wildlife Protection Act enacted
Project Tiger launched (9 Tiger Reserves)
Forest (Conservation) Act enacted
Environment Protection Act enacted
Rio Earth Summit (CBD adopted); Gujarat last 'Tiger State' status
Biological Diversity Act enacted
Tiger Task Force formed (post-Sariska crisis)
WPA amended, NTCA established (statutory status)
4th National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031) launched
Project Cheetah launched; WPA amended again; India's Tiger Population reaches 3,682
Gujarat Reclaims 'Tiger State' Status (37 Tigers)
Wildlife Protection Act 1972 (Amended 2022)
Environment Protection Act 1986
Biological Diversity Act 2002
Art 48A (DPSP) & 51A(g) (FD)
Project Tiger (1973)
Project Cheetah (2022)
National Wildlife Action Plans (4th NWAP 2017-2031)
Habitat Improvement & Restoration
Anti-Poaching & Law Enforcement
Community Involvement & Eco-development
CITES (Convention on Int. Trade in Endangered Species)
CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity)
Stockholm Conference; Wildlife Protection Act enacted
Project Tiger launched (9 Tiger Reserves)
Forest (Conservation) Act enacted
Environment Protection Act enacted
Rio Earth Summit (CBD adopted); Gujarat last 'Tiger State' status
Biological Diversity Act enacted
Tiger Task Force formed (post-Sariska crisis)
WPA amended, NTCA established (statutory status)
4th National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031) launched
Project Cheetah launched; WPA amended again; India's Tiger Population reaches 3,682
Gujarat Reclaims 'Tiger State' Status (37 Tigers)
Focuses on protecting endangered species and their natural habitats.
Involves establishing Protected Areas like National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Community Reserves, and Conservation Reserves.
Implementation of anti-poaching measures and strict enforcement of wildlife laws.
Promotes habitat improvement through afforestation, water management, and ecological restoration.
Emphasizes community involvement and eco-development to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
Aims to maintain ecological balance and ecosystem services.
International cooperation through conventions like CITES and CBD.
Scientific research and monitoring of wildlife populations.
Sustainable use of natural resources.
This mind map illustrates the multi-faceted approach India takes towards wildlife and biodiversity preservation, covering legal frameworks, key initiatives, guiding principles, and international commitments. It highlights the interconnectedness of various policies and acts.
Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation in India
This timeline traces the key historical milestones and policy developments in India's journey towards robust wildlife and biodiversity conservation, from international conferences to national legislation and flagship programs.
India's conservation journey began with ancient traditions, but modern, structured efforts gained momentum post-independence, particularly after global environmental awareness surged in the early 1970s. This timeline shows the progressive strengthening of legal frameworks and the launch of targeted programs, leading to significant achievements like Gujarat's recent success.
Focuses on protecting endangered species and their natural habitats.
Involves establishing Protected Areas like National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Community Reserves, and Conservation Reserves.
Implementation of anti-poaching measures and strict enforcement of wildlife laws.
Promotes habitat improvement through afforestation, water management, and ecological restoration.
Emphasizes community involvement and eco-development to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
Aims to maintain ecological balance and ecosystem services.
International cooperation through conventions like CITES and CBD.
Scientific research and monitoring of wildlife populations.
Sustainable use of natural resources.
This mind map illustrates the multi-faceted approach India takes towards wildlife and biodiversity preservation, covering legal frameworks, key initiatives, guiding principles, and international commitments. It highlights the interconnectedness of various policies and acts.
Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation in India
This timeline traces the key historical milestones and policy developments in India's journey towards robust wildlife and biodiversity conservation, from international conferences to national legislation and flagship programs.
India's conservation journey began with ancient traditions, but modern, structured efforts gained momentum post-independence, particularly after global environmental awareness surged in the early 1970s. This timeline shows the progressive strengthening of legal frameworks and the launch of targeted programs, leading to significant achievements like Gujarat's recent success.
