Forests having no free entry by people in India-

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West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) Preliminary 2023

Answer

National Park

Explanation

In National Parks, free entry of people and cattle grazing are strictly prohibited to conserve wildlife and ecosystems.

Key Points

  • No human habitation or private ownership is allowed in National Parks.
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries may allow limited entry with special permission.
  • Protected Forests grant limited rights to local communities.

Additional Information

  • India's first National Park is Jim Corbett (1936).
  • National Parks are declared by State governments but governed under central guidelines.
Geography Environment and Forestry Medium

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