State - Current Affairs and GK

Q1:

Which state's Tal Chhapar sanctuary got protection from reducing the size of its eco-sensitive zone?

A Rajasthan

B Sikkim

C Haryana

D Punjab

ANS:A - Rajasthan

The famous Tal Chhapar blackbuck sanctuary in Rajasthan's Churu district has received a protective cover against a proposed move of the State government to reduce the size of its eco-sensitive zone. To protect the sanctuary, the Rajasthan High Court ordered a "complete prohibition" on any action to reduce the wildlife sanctuary's area.