National Parks in India are designated protected areas that prioritize the conservation of wildlife and their habitats, aiming to preserve biodiversity in its natural state. In these areas, strict regulations prohibit local communities from collecting and using biomass, as such activities can disrupt ecological balance and threaten the survival of various species. This ensures that the intrinsic environmental value is maintained, reflecting a key principle in conservation management that is often emphasized in UPSC Prelims GS Paper I studies.