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IMPACT OF HISTORICAL POLICIES AND LAWS ON FOREST AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN INDIA
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Policies and Laws, Forests and Wildlife, Land-Use Practices, Sustainable Agriculture, Conservation Policies, Species Recovery
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This comprehensive analysis examines the multifaceted impact of policies and laws related to forests and wildlife in India. It explores their historical and evolutionary context, their influence on land-use practices such as farming and horticulture, and their long-term impacts on specific species. Historically, forestry policies have been closely linked to land use practices that are often at odds with wildlife conservation. During the colonial period, forests were primarily seen as a source of income, leading to large-scale deforestation and habitat destruction. However, with the shift to conservation-oriented approaches, especially after the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, significant changes occurred. These changes include sustainable farming methods, planting of native tree species and the creation of protected areas such as national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Data analysis shows a shift towards sustainable agriculture, an increase in reforestation initiatives and increased compliance with conservation regulations in protected areas. Notably, this analysis also highlights the long-term positive impact of these policies on specific species such as tigers, elephants and rhinos, whose populations are recovering thanks to conservation efforts. For example, the number of tigers increased from 1,827 in 1972 to 3,167 in 2023. In sum, this analysis provides a comprehensive perspective on the profound impact of policies and laws on forests and wildlife in India. This highlights their role in reshaping land use practices and protecting the country's diverse ecosystems and wildlife, as evidenced by the remarkable recovery of species populations. specifically. Additionally, this study identifies key findings on the transition to sustainable land use practices, successful conservation policies in protected areas, and significant recovery of species populations important wildlife. Based on these findings, we recommend that India continue to prioritize sustainable practices, strengthen monitoring and enforcement in protected areas, and adapt its policies to reflect these changes. emerging challenges, engaging local communities, investing in research and education, and promoting international cooperation for effective wildlife protection. conserve.
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Siddharth Rajak & Prof. Kalpana Chaturvedi (September-2023). IMPACT OF HISTORICAL POLICIES AND LAWS ON FOREST AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN INDIA. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, 8(9), e11-e29. https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2309403.pdf
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Volume 8 Issue 9, September-2023
Pages : e11-e29
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Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_206120
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Research Area: Arts
Author Type: Indian Author
Country: Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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