In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedul

In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply ?

It enjoys the same level of protection as the tiger.
It no longer exists in the wild, a few individuals are under captive protection; and now it is impossible to prevent its extinction.
It is endemic to a particular region of India.
Both (b) and (c) stated above are correct in this context.
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UPSC IAS – 2017
The correct option is A.
The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, provides for the protection of India’s wildlife. Schedule I lists species that are granted absolute protection and prohibits hunting them. The penalties for offenses related to these species are the highest. The tiger is also listed under Schedule I. Therefore, a species of tortoise declared protected under Schedule I enjoys the same level of absolute protection as the tiger.
The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, has six schedules. Schedule I and Part II of Schedule II provide absolute protection, Schedule III and Schedule IV provide protection with less severe penalties, Schedule V lists vermin (animals that can be hunted), and Schedule VI lists prohibited plants. Listing under Schedule I signifies the highest conservation priority and legal protection.
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