Mention the steps taken by the government to protect the flora and fauna. [HOTS]
(a) Eighteen biosphere reserves have been set up for the protection of the flora and fauna. (b) Financial and technical assistance is provided to many Botanical Gardens since 1992. (c) Many eco-developmental projects have been introduced e.g., Project Tiger, Project Rhino, Project Great Indian Bustard etc. (d) 103 National Parks and 535 Wildlife Sanctuaries set up to take care of the natural heritage. (e) Setting up of Zoological gardens.
