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Of the 94 deaths from January to June, 2021, some 40 were found dead, 19 died in
territorial fights, 6 killed in road accidents, 25 were poaching cases, 2 died during rescue
or treatment, and 1 each were shot dead and killed in fight with other animals.

(5) Look at the graphical presentation below. The number of tigers killed in India in 2019
was 95, and the number remains the same this year as well. Despite a decrease from
recent years, the number of tiger deaths in India has increased significantly during
the last decade. In 2016, almost a 100 tigers were killed in the country.
(6) Such data should implore us to use our voice and our might to fight for these voiceless
beings. Take action like writing to your government and the governments of tiger-
producing countries, urging them to safeguard tigers. Penalties for killing tigers and
other protected species must be strictly enforced, and must be severe enough to
dissuade people from poaching tigers, as well as those who profit from such deaths.

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Figure: Number of tiger deaths in India from 2010 to 2019

On the basis of your understanding of the above passage, answer the following questions.

1. Which of the following is NOT correct?
(a) Tigers are an important link in the food chain, making them an important part
of the environment.
(b) Tigers are also worshipped as gods in some places.
(c) Mother Earth’s living beings rely on one another to survive.

(d) The number of tigers has increased over the last two years.
2. According to the passage, which group has been working to combat wildlife trade
and law enforcement?
(a) WPSI (b) WWF (c) NTCA (d) WTI

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