Q12 · UPPSC current affairs · 11 September 2026 · PIB · Forest Rights Act 2006 Regional Review and Implementation

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In the context of the Forest Rights Act, 2006, what do 'Habitat Rights' primarily protect?

A Grazing routes for nomadic pastoralist communities exclusively in high-altitude Himalayas
B Traditional territory and socio-cultural spaces of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
C Commercial timber harvesting rights allocated strictly to state forest corporations
D Urban property ownership titles granted to migrated tribal populations

Correct answer: (b) Traditional territory and socio-cultural spaces of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)

Explanation

Habitat Rights are granted under the FRA to protect the traditional territory, livelihood, and socio-cultural practices of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). Options A, C, and D are incorrect descriptions unrelated to the specific legal definition of habitat rights for PVTGs under the FRA.

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