Question

What is meant by wildlife? How is it important for us?

Answer 1

Hint: The native population of a particular area which has no interaction with humans.

Complete answer:
The animals which are not domesticated and live freely in their own habitat is known as wildlife . Wildlife of India is extremely diverse due to its varied terrain.

Importance of wildlife:
- They play a necessary role to maintain a healthy and consistent food web which leads to a balanced ecosystem.
- Wildlife is a big source of gene pool and helps in conservation of species of a particular region.
- Wild variety of plants are necessary for several human needs as well, such as drugs, medicines etc.

Additional Information:
The Wild Life Protection Act, 1972 is an Act of the Parliament of India enacted for protection of plants and animal species, which was amended in the year 2008. According to this act poaching, hunting or harvesting of the listed species is strictly outlawed.
An area where animals and their surroundings are under protection and stay safe from any sort of disturbance. These areas are prohibited, in killing and poaching of animals . The species are kept in the condition of their natural habitat and poaching and killing is a punishable offence. India has about 7 wildlife sanctuaries, where tourism is allowed only in a few zones, most of the part is restricted so that the inhabitant species can live peacefully.

Notes:

Unlike wildlife sanctuaries, zoological parks are protected environments where wild species are kept in artificial habitats under human care.
The wildlife protection act was prominently amended in 2002, when strict fines and punishments were implemented for illegal poaching, hunting and harvesting.
It is necessary to procure the benefits of wildlife in a sustainable manner for a harmonious living.