Consider the following statements:
1. Project Tiger was launched in 1952.
2. The Wildlife (Protection) Act was enacted in 1986.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Neither 1 nor 2
- Step 1: Project Tiger began in 1973 and the Wildlife (Protection) Act was enacted in 1972. Answer: Neither 1 nor 2. Why not the others: 1 only, 2 only and Both 1 and 2 don't fit.
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