ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8GeographyIndia: Climate, Natural Vegetation, Forests and Wildlife3 Marks
Question
Define with example : Sanctuary
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Answer
A sanctuary is a protected area where the wild animals can live in their natural surroundings. Hunting, an entry with weapons, lighting a fire, and using substances injurious to wildlife are prohibited while fishing and grazing of livestock may be allowed on a controlled basis. Entry or residence in it may be granted for the purpose of photography, Scientific research, or tourism.
For example $–$ Sanjay Gandhi Bird Sanctuary, Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary, Periyar Bird Sanctuary, etc.
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