Geography: Forest and Wildlife Resources

Topics in this chapter

• Forest and Wildlife Biodiversity
• Threats to Forests and Wildlife
• Forest Resources and Sustainable Use
• Protected Areas and Wildlife Protection
• Forest Policies and Conservation Governance
• Community and Traditional Conservation

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-1B5DA4

   Which term describes a species that is found naturally in a particular geographical area and nowhere else in the world?

   1. A.Endemic species
   2. B.Vulnerable species
   3. C.Extinct species
   4. D.Normal species
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2. Question 2Q-15DFEF

   Why did colonial forest policies cause large-scale depletion of forests in India?

   1. A.Forests were protected mainly for conserving wildlife.
   2. B.Forests were cleared for commercial timber, railway sleepers, plantations and revenue.
   3. C.Local communities were given complete control over all forests.
   4. D.The colonial government stopped all mining and agricultural expansion.
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3. Question 3Q-9F7F43

   Which statement best explains the importance of Joint Forest Management in India?

   1. A.It excludes village communities from decisions about forests.
   2. B.It allows industries to use protected forests without restrictions.
   3. C.It involves local communities in protecting and managing forests while allowing them to share certain benefits.
   4. D.It replaces natural forests entirely with commercially valuable plantations.
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4. Question 4Q-19FDE9

   State two reasons why conservation of forests and wildlife is necessary in India. (2 marks)

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5. Question 5Q-97102D

   Explain how local communities have contributed to the conservation of forests and wildlife in India. Give two examples. (4 marks)

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