Q852
In which year was "Project Tiger" launched?
A.
1973
AnswerB.
1964
C.
1998
D.
1970
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
One of the most intensive conservation efforts in India, Project Tiger was launched in 1973. It envisaged the setting up of tiger reserves to help in maintaining the population of tigers. As per estimates, the number of tigers was about 40,000 at the beginning of the 20th century.