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16.1.1. Tiger Reserve


Tiger reserves are areas that are notified for the protection of the tiger and its prey, and are governed by Project Tiger which was launched in the country in 1973.

Initially 9 tiger reserves were covered under the project, and has currently increased to 42, falling in 17 States (tiger reserve States).

The State Government shall, on recommendation of the National Tiger Conservation Authority, notify an area as a tiger reserve.

A Tiger reserve includes: