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Kerala
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Rajasthan
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Odisha
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Detailed explanation-1: -The number of conservation reserves in the state has now reached 26. Additional chief secretary Shikhar Agarwal tweeted on Saturday, “On the Earth Day 2023, the Rajasthan Forest department has decided to declare three new conservation reserves-Sorsan in Baran, Hamirgarh in Bhilwara and Khichan in Jodhpur."
Detailed explanation-2: -According to the provisions of Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972, consent of wildlife board is required, in order to notify any fresh protected areas in the state. Till date, 15 conservation reserves were notified in Maharashtra. With the addition of 12 new conservation reserves, the number will increase to 27.
Detailed explanation-3: -Rajasthan is noted for its National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. There are three national parks viz. the Keoladeo National Park of Bharatpur, Ranthambore National Park of Sawai Madhopur, and Mukundara Hills National Park of Kota.
Detailed explanation-4: -The government of India has initiated many wildlife conservation projects like Project Snow Leopard, Project Tiger, Indian Rhino Vision 2020, Project Hangul, Crocodile Conservation Initiative, etc.