CM C. Joseph Vijay to chair reconstituted State Board for Wildlife in Tamil Nadu
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Species, protected areas & wetlands· Prelims·
State-level wildlife governance and protected area management: a GS3 Environment and Ecology case study.
Why in news
The Tamil Nadu government reconstituted the State Board for Wildlife with Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay as chairperson to advise on conservation policies and protected area management.
Background
The Tamil Nadu government issued the reconstitution order on October 28, 2026. The move was initiated following a request from the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief Wildlife Warden due to the expiration of non-official members' tenures.
Facts for Prelims
- PostC. Joseph Vijay: Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and Chairperson of the reconstituted State Board for Wildlife
- BodyState Board for Wildlife: Body responsible for advising on wildlife conservation policies and protected area management in Tamil Nadu
- FactThe reconstitution order was issued on October 28, 2026
Prelims practice question
With reference to the State Board for Wildlife in Tamil Nadu, consider the following statements:
- Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay serves as the chairperson of the reconstituted board.
- The reconstitution order was issued on October 28, 2025.
- The board is responsible for advising on wildlife conservation policies and protected area management.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)3 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states the order was issued on October 28, 2026.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of state-level wildlife boards in balancing ecological conservation with regional development goals in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional oversight: Role of state-led boards in implementing the Wildlife Protection Act
- Policy coordination: Aligning state-level conservation strategies with national biodiversity targets
- Administrative friction: Balancing forest department mandates with political leadership in wildlife management
Keywords: Wildlife Conservation · Protected Area Management · State Board · Biodiversity Policy · Ecological Governance
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