All about India s Wild Life Protection Act, 1972 and the animals protected under the compassionate law Updated Jan 30, 2021 | 06:00 IST
More than 50 wildlife sanctuaries in India have been designated as tiger reserves and are protected areas under the Wild Life Protection Act, 1972 (WPA - 1972). Know all about the conservationist law WPA-1972. The Bengal Tiger | Photo Credit: iStock Images
Key Highlights
The iconic Bengal tiger India’s national animal is the top draw for safari-goers.
An impressive array of wild things can be spotted in India’s teakwood forests, grasslands, mountains, rivers, and other natural spaces.
India is blessed with dense forests and thriving, healthy ecosystems within its borders. The flora and fauna of India, some of them only endemic to India, makes India a hotspot for tourists. The country is also home to well over 2000 tigers - most of which reside and roam within protected reserves.