Section 38X of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972
Establishment of Tiger Conservation Foundation.
1[38X. Establishment of Tiger Conservation Foundation.--(1) The State Government shall establish a Tiger Conservation Foundation for tiger reserves within the State in order to facilitate and support their management for conservation of tiger and biodiversity and, to take initiatives in eco-development by involvement of people in such development process.
- (2)The Tiger Conservation Foundation shall, inter alia, have the following objectives:--
- (a)to facilitate ecological, economic, social and cultural development in the tiger reserves;
- (b)to promote eco-tourism with the involvement of local stake-holder communities and provide support to safeguard the natural environment in the tiger reserves;
- (c)to facilitate the creation of, and or maintenance of, such assets as may be necessary for fulfilling the above said objectives;
- (d)to solicit technical, financial, social, legal and other support required for the activities of the Foundation for achieving the above said objectives;
- (e)to augment and mobilise financial resources including recycling of entry and such other fees received in a tiger reserve, to foster stake-holder development and eco-tourism;
- (f)to support research, environmental education and training in the above related fields.]
Summary
- The State Government must establish a Tiger Conservation Foundation for the tiger reserves within its borders.
- The Foundation's goal is to support reserve management and involve people in eco-development (environmentally friendly progress).
- It aims to promote eco-tourism by involving local communities as stakeholders.
- The group can create and maintain assets needed for conservation and community support.
- It is authorized to collect and use money, including recycling entry fees from the reserve, to help local people.
- The Foundation also supports scientific research, environmental education, and staff training.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is a Tiger Conservation Foundation under Section 38X of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?
It is a state-established body meant to support tiger reserve management and community eco-development.
2. How does the Foundation in Section 38X of the 1972 Act help local people?
It involves local communities in eco-tourism and uses funds, like entry fees, for their development and social welfare.
3. Can the Foundation fund research under Section 38X of the nature law?
Yes, supporting research and environmental education is one of its core objectives.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 38X of the 1972 Act, who is responsible for establishing a Tiger Conservation Foundation?
2.Which of these is an objective of the Foundation under Section 38X of the Wild Life Act?
3.According to Section 38X of the Act, the Foundation should facilitate development in which four areas?
4.Under Section 38X of the nature law, what role do local communities play in eco-tourism?