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Political Science NCERT Solutions Class 10 Geography Chapter 2 – Forest and Wildlife Resources
Class 10 Geography
Last Updated: 31 May 2026
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Q1. What forms a complex web of ecological systems?
✓ Correct Answer: A
Q2. What role do forests play in the ecological system?
✓ Correct Answer: C
Q3. When was the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act implemented?
✓ Correct Answer: B
Q4. Which species was the 'Project Tiger' launched to protect?
✓ Correct Answer: D
Q5. What percentage of India's total forest area is classified as reserved forests?
✓ Correct Answer: C
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Tough Words (Glossary)
Habitat
Meaning: The natural home of an animal, plant, or organism
अर्थ: आवास
"The forest provides habitat to many species."
Biodiversity
Meaning: The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat
अर्थ: जैव विविधता
"India has rich biodiversity across different regions."
Ecological
Meaning: Relating to the relations of living organisms to one another and their environment
अर्थ: पारिस्थितिक
"Forests play a key role in maintaining ecological balance."
Interdependence
Meaning: The dependence of two or more things on each other
अर्थ: परस्पर निर्भरता
"Plants and animals show interdependence for survival."
Conservation
Meaning: The action of preserving and protecting natural resources
अर्थ: संरक्षण
"Conservation of forests is necessary for future generations."
Endangered
Meaning: At risk of extinction
अर्थ: संकटग्रस्त
"The tiger is an endangered species in India."
Extinction
Meaning: The state of a species being destroyed completely
अर्थ: विलुप्ति
"Dinosaurs faced extinction millions of years ago."
Poaching
Meaning: Illegal hunting of animals
अर्थ: शिकार
"Poaching is a major threat to wildlife."
Legislation
Meaning: Laws considered collectively
अर्थ: विधान
"The government passed legislation to protect forests."
Sanctuary
Meaning: A place where animals are protected
अर्थ: अभयारण्य
"Ranthambore is a famous tiger sanctuary."
National Park
Meaning: A natural area protected by the government
अर्थ: राष्ट्रीय उद्यान
"Jim Corbett is India’s first national park."
Ecosystem
Meaning: A biological community of organisms and their environment
अर्थ: पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र
"Rivers are important ecosystems for biodiversity."
Genetic Diversity
Meaning: The total number of genetic characteristics in a species
अर्थ: आनुवंशिक विविधता
"Genetic diversity helps plants resist diseases."
Aquatic
Meaning: Relating to water
अर्थ: जलीय
"Aquatic animals live in rivers and oceans."
Depletion
Meaning: Reduction in number or quantity of something
अर्थ: क्षय
"Resource depletion is a global issue."
Afforestation
Meaning: Planting of trees in an area
अर्थ: वनरोपण
"Afforestation can prevent soil erosion."
Deforestation
Meaning: Cutting down of forests
अर्थ: वनविनाश
"Deforestation leads to loss of biodiversity."
Sustainable
Meaning: Able to be maintained at a steady level
अर्थ: सतत
"We must aim for sustainable development."
Indigenous
Meaning: Native to a particular region
अर्थ: मूल निवासी
"Indigenous people protect their natural environment."
Exploitation
Meaning: Unfair use of resources
अर्थ: शोषण
"Exploitation of forests harms the ecosystem."
Illegal Trade
Meaning: Buying or selling of goods against the law
अर्थ: अवैध व्यापार
"Illegal trade of ivory threatens elephants."
Fauna
Meaning: Animals of a particular region
अर्थ: जीव-जंतु
"The fauna of the Himalayas includes snow leopards."
Flora
Meaning: Plants of a particular region
अर्थ: वनस्पति
"The flora of the Western Ghats is very diverse."
Sacred Groves
Meaning: Forests protected due to religious beliefs
अर्थ: पवित्र उपवन
"Sacred groves preserve rare species of plants."
Community
Meaning: A group of people living together
अर्थ: समुदाय
"The community worked together to save the forest."
Awareness
Meaning: Knowledge about a situation
अर्थ: जागरूकता
"Awareness about wildlife protection is increasing."
Pristine
Meaning: In its original and pure condition
अर्थ: अछूता
"The forest remained in pristine condition."
Erosion
Meaning: Wearing away of land by wind or water
अर्थ: कटाव
"Soil erosion is common in hilly areas."
Diversity
Meaning: Variety of something
अर्थ: विविधता
"Cultural diversity enriches human life."
Reforestation
Meaning: Replanting trees in deforested areas
अर्थ: पुनर्वनीकरण
"Reforestation is necessary to restore forests."
Awareness Campaign
Meaning: An effort to make people aware of an issue
अर्थ: जागरूकता अभियान
"Students joined an awareness campaign on environment."
Wildlife
Meaning: Animals living in the wild
अर्थ: वन्यजीव
"India is home to a wide range of wildlife."
Extensive
Meaning: Covering a large area
अर्थ: विस्तृत
"India has extensive forest cover."
Reserve
Meaning: An area set aside for protection
अर्थ: आरक्षित
"Kaziranga is a wildlife reserve."
Breeding
Meaning: Producing offspring
अर्थ: प्रजनन
"Breeding centres help conserve endangered species."
Genetic
Meaning: Relating to genes
अर्थ: आनुवंशिक
"Genetic studies help improve crops."
Overexploitation
Meaning: Excessive use of resources
अर्थ: अतिशोषण
"Overexploitation of water is dangerous."
Pollution
Meaning: The presence of harmful substances in the environment
अर्थ: प्रदूषण
"Air pollution is a major urban problem."
Awareness Drive
Meaning: Activity to spread knowledge
अर्थ: जागरूकता अभियान
"The school organised an awareness drive about forests."
Coexistence
Meaning: Living together peacefully
अर्थ: सह-अस्तित्व
"Humans and wildlife must learn coexistence."
Dependence
Meaning: The state of relying on something
अर्थ: निर्भरता
"Villagers show dependence on forests for livelihood."
Ecosphere
Meaning: The global ecosystem
अर्थ: पारिस्थितिक क्षेत्र
"The ecosphere includes all living beings."
Species
Meaning: A group of living organisms of similar individuals
अर्थ: प्रजाति
"The tiger is a species under threat."
Sustainable Development
Meaning: Development without harming the environment
अर्थ: सतत विकास
"Sustainable development is the need of the hour."
Illegal
Meaning: Not allowed by law
अर्थ: अवैध
"Illegal logging damages forests."
Awareness Programme
Meaning: Planned events to spread knowledge
अर्थ: जागरूकता कार्यक्रम
"The NGO organised an awareness programme on conservation."
Ecology
Meaning: The study of organisms and their environment
अर्थ: पर्यावरण विज्ञान
"Ecology teaches us about balance in nature."
Inhabitants
Meaning: People or animals living in a place
अर्थ: निवासी
"The inhabitants of the village protect the forest."
Protection
Meaning: The act of keeping safe
अर्थ: सुरक्षा
"Protection of wildlife is essential."
Regulation
Meaning: Rules made to control something
अर्थ: नियमन
"There are strict regulations for wildlife trade."