A group of students with their teacher went to visit Satpura National Park. This National park is a part of a rich Central Indian forest ecosystem, thus quite rich in biodiversity. It is one of the first declared Reserved Forest Area of India due to its ecological and commercial importance. Teacher explained the rich diversity existed in the region. The region consists of over 1300 species of plants which comprises teak, sal, tendu, mahua, etc. The fauna of Satpura National Park is a stunning jungle treat for wildlife enthusiasts. Indian Giant squirrel is one of the special features of Satpura Tiger Reserve as it is rare in India now. There are about 14 species of endangered mammals and reptiles in the Satpura Tiger reserve. Teacher stressed on importance of conservation of biodiversity and ow we can preserve our wildlife and their habitats. Students were excited to see Tiger, Indian gaur and barasingha in that region. Teacher also explained why and when Project Tiger was launched by the Indian Government.
Read the passage and try to answer the below questions.

Options

A. Name the most prominent flora and fauna of the National Park.
B. Name few reasons which are responsible for species to go extinct.
C. Why does teacher stressed on the importance of conservation of biodiversity.
D. When was the Project Tiger launched in India?

Explanation

(a) Flora: Sal, Fauna: chinkara, blue-bull
(b) Excessive hunting, illegal poaching, defor estation, industrialization and forest fires.
(c) Biodiversity conservation is vital for eco nomic growth and poverty reduction and overall balances the ecosystem. It is important to protect and preserve the wealth and variety of species, habitats, ecosystems, and genetic diversity on the planet which is essential for our health, wealth, food, fuel, and services we depend on.
(d) Project Tiger was launched by the gov ernment in 1973 to protect the tiger in the country. Satpura Tiger Reserve also called Satpura National park aims to ensure the life and maintenance of tiger population.