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Choose the correct word from the options given below to substitute the highlighted words: A careful 'preservation and protection' of the flora and fauna is the need of the hour.

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While "Preservation" means keeping something exactly as it is, "Conservation" often implies the wise and sustainable use of resources so they last for the future.

Updated On: May 15, 2026

Conservation
Promotion
Enhancement
Management

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The Correct Option is A

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