Chapter-7 Environment and Wildlife: Protecting Nature at Scale

India is home to extraordinary biodiversity, ranging from dense forests and vast wetlands to mountains, deserts, and coastal ecosystems. With such rich natural heritage comes the responsibility of protecting wildlife, conserving resources, and promoting sustainable development. 

This chapter explores India’s achievements in wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and sustainability initiatives. 

Largest Wild Tiger Population in the World 

India is home to the largest population of wild tigers, accounting for the majority of the world’s tiger population. National conservation programs and protected reserves have helped increase tiger numbers in recent years.