"Background: The Rajasthan High Court recently heard a petition filed by a wildlife conservation organization, seeking directions to the state government to protect the habitat of the Great Indian Bustard. Parties: The petition was filed by the wildlife conservation organization, while the respondents included the State of Rajasthan and the Ministry of Environment and Forests. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the state government had failed in its duty to protect the habitat of the Great Indian Bustard and whether the conservation efforts were adequate. Court observations: The Rajasthan High Court ordered the state government to protect the habitat of the Great Indian Bustard, observing that the species was on the verge of extinction and that conservation efforts were necessary to protect it. The court noted that the state government had failed in its duty to protect the habitat and that immediate action was necessary to prevent the extinction of the species. Significance: The order is significant as it will have implications for the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard and the protection of its habitat. The direction passed by the court will also have implications for the environment and the ecosystem. The case highlights the importance of protecting endangered species and the role of the judiciary in ensuring that the government takes necessary steps to protect the environment.