In a recent judgement, the Supreme Court of India directed that every protected forest, national park and wildlife sanctuary across the country should have a mandatory eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of a minimum of

  1. A. 1 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
  2. B. 2 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
  3. C. 3 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
  4. D. 5 km starting from their demarcated boundaries

Correct Answer: A. 1 km starting from their demarcated boundaries

Explanation

The Supreme Court of India ruled that a minimum 1 km Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) must be maintained around all protected forests, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries to act as a shock absorber.

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