Project Tiger is a long-standing initiative for tiger conservation in India. The launch date is a key historical detail. The number of reserves has increased over time.
Consider the following statements: 1. Project Tiger is a Tiger conservation scheme 2. It was launched on 1 April 1983. 3. 27 Tiger Reserves have been setup in 17 states under this scheme. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2019 · Topic: Forest and Wildlife (Key wildlife conservation projects and programs (e.g., Project Tiger, Project Elephant))
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