The second chapter in Geography textbook is ‘Forest and Wildlife Resources’.
We form a complex web of an ecological system. This chapter starts with the introduction of flora and fauna in India.
The chapter subsequently discusses the important role that forests play in the ecological system and how we can conserve forest and wildlife in India.
The chapter ends by explaining various steps taken by people to conserve our forest and wildlife resources.
Plants and animals can be classified into different categories of species. They are as follows:
We form a complex web of an ecological system. This chapter starts with the introduction of flora and fauna in India.
Plants and animals can be classified into different categories of species. They are as follows:
- Normal Species
- Endangered Species
- Vulnerable Species
- Rare Species
- Endemic Species
- Extinct Species
In India, forest and wildlife resources are owned and managed by the government through the Forest Department or other government departments.
These are classified under reserved, protected and unclassed forests.
The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
- Flora and Fauna in India
- Conservation of Forest and Wildlife in India
- Types and Distribution of Forest and Wildlife Resources
- Community and Conservation
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Chapter 5: Minerals and Energy Resources
Chapter 6: Manufacturing Industries
Chapter 7: Lifelines of National Economy
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What is the importance of forest and wildlife?
Forests and wildlife preserve our life support systems, i.e., water, air and soil. For example, the plants, animals and micro-organisms recreate the quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink and the soil that produces our food without which we cannot survive.
Why should we conserve forest and wildlife?
We should conserve forests because they are essential for us in the following terms: Forest provide us with oxygen, they cause rainfall. Forest prevents soil erosion. Plants are dependent on animals and birds for their pollination and seed dispersal.
What products are obtained from forests and wildlife?
They obtain different products directly and indirectly from the forests and wildlife such as wood, barks, leaves, rubber, medicines, dyes, food, fuel, fodder, manure, etc.
What is the share of India in the total number of species in the world?
8 per cent
Name any two movements launched by local communities for the protection of forest and wildlife.
Chipko Movement and Beej Bachao Andolan
