UPSC | Prelims GS | 2026

The Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats scheme, discussed in the editorial, is best described as:

  1. Support for recovery of identified species and habitats through research, habitat improvement and community participation
  2. A programme restricted to ex-situ tiger breeding
  3. An IUCN programme replacing State wildlife management
  4. Compensation only after wildlife causes crop damage

Answer

Correct Answer

Support for recovery of identified species and habitats through research, habitat improvement and community participation

Explanation

A correctly captures the scheme's species-and-landscape recovery approach. B is too narrow because many species and habitats are covered. C confuses a Government of India scheme with IUCN's assessment role. D describes relief, not the scheme's conservation mandate.

Topics: environment and ecology, integrated development of wildlife habitats, species recovery, wildlife conservation