News: During the Wildlife week, an intensified tree planting exercise has been started in various parts of the Western Ghats bordering Tamil Nadu
Facts:
- Wildlife Week is celebrated every year in India between October 1 and 8.
- Aim: to promote the preservation of fauna.
- Background: It was conceptualized in 1952 with the overall goal of raising awareness to serve the long-term goal of safeguarding the lives of wildlife through critical action.