The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, is the primary legislation in India that provides legal protection to endangered species.

Under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, endangered species are defined as species that are threatened with extinction.

Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, provides the highest level of protection to endangered species.

The penalty for hunting or killing an endangered species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, is imprisonment for up to three years and a fine of up to Rs. 10,000.

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) is an international treaty that provides a framework for the conservation of endangered species.

The purpose of CITES is to regulate international trade in endangered species.

Species that are listed in CITES Appendix I are species that are threatened with extinction.

The penalty for violating CITES regulations is both imprisonment and fine.

Assam has the highest number of endangered species in India.

Haryana has the lowest number of endangered species in India.

Habitat loss is the main cause of endangerment of species in India.

Protecting their habitats, enforcing wildlife laws, and raising awareness about endangered species are all important steps that can be taken to protect endangered species in India.

The government has a responsibility to enforce wildlife laws, protect habitats, and raise awareness about endangered species.

The public has a responsibility to follow wildlife laws, protect habitats, and raise awareness about endangered species.

Learning about endangered species, supporting organizations that work to protect endangered species, and reducing your consumption of resources are all ways that you can help protect endangered species.