Question

When was Project Tiger started in India?

• A. 1973
• B. 1975
• C. 1976
• D. None of these

Hint:

1973 → Project Tiger; think “Tiger = Three (’73)”.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Background. Due to alarming decline of tigers from habitat loss and poaching, India launched Project Tiger as a flagship conservation programme.
Step 2: Key fact. The programme began in 1973 with nine tiger reserves; it later expanded and is administered by the National Tiger Conservation Authority.
Step 3: Eliminate distractors. 1975/1976 are not the official start years.
Step 4: Conclude. \[ \boxed{\text{1973 (Option A).}} \]