The tiger reservation efforts in India are primarily governed by the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972, which was further strengthened with the introduction of Project Tiger in 1973. Here's a brief overview:

Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

Objective: To protect wild animals, birds, and plants and ensure the ecological and environmental security of India.

Key Provisions:

Establishment of Protected Areas: National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Reserves, and Community Reserves.

Regulation of hunting and poaching: Strict penalties for hunting endangered species.

Creation of a Wildlife Advisory Board in each state.

Powers to appoint wildlife wardens and other officials to enforce the law.

Project Tiger (1973)

Objective: To ensure a viable population of tigers in India for scientific, economic, aesthetic, cultural, and ecological values.

Key Features:

Establishment of Tiger Reserves: Initially 9 reserves, now expanded to over 50.

Funding and support: Central government provides funding and technical support to state governments.

Conservation measures: Habitat management, relocation of villages from core areas, anti-poaching activities, and monitoring tiger populations using scientific methods.