Conservation and Livelihood Conflict of Kaziranga National Park: A World Heritage Site of Assam, India

Kaziranga National Park, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces significant conservation and livelihood conflicts. The study highlights that while the park's unique biodiversity has been severely impacted by natural and human interventions, conservation efforts have disproportionately affected local communities who have historically relied on its resources. This has led to violent confrontations and a sense of exclusion from the conservation process. The research emphasizes the critical need for community participation in conservation strategies to align with the livelihood aspirations of local people, suggesting that integrating these perspectives could mitigate conflicts and foster sustainable coexistence between wildlife protection and human development.

Hazarika, A. K., & Kalita, U. (2019). Conservation and Livelihood Conflict of Kaziranga National Park: A World Heritage Site of Assam, India. Space and Culture, India, 7(3), 224–232. https://doi.org/10.20896/saci.v7i3.656