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If a particular plant species is placed under Schedule VI of The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, what is the implication?
PRELIMS 2020 · ENVIRONMENT
If a particular plant species is placed under Schedule VI of The Wildlife Protection Act,…
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• Correct Answer: A
• Schedule VI of WPA 1972 (added by 1991 Amendment) protects specified plants like Beddomes' cycad, Blue Vanda, Red Vanda, Kuth, Slipper orchids, and Pitcher plant.
• Section 17C mandates a license from the Chief Wildlife Warden for cultivation.
• Wrong options are incorrect: cultivation is regulated, not banned; it is unrelated to GMO status or invasiveness.
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