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Kerala to Seek Sterilisation of Bonnet Macaques Near Forests Why in the News? Population control: Kerala Forest Department plans to undertake mass sterilisation of bonnet macaques to manage their growing population and mitigate human-wildlife conflict. Crop damage issue: Farmers near forest fringes report significant crop loss caused by monkey troops, highlighting the need for intervention. …
Read MoreKerala Seeks Wildlife Act Amendment for Culling Wild Animals Why in the News? In recent Kerala news, the state government has requested the Union government to amend the Wildlife Protection Act, allowing controlled culling of wild animals that pose threats to human life and property. This move comes amid rising incidents of human-wildlife conflict in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s wildlife conservation is facing severe challenges due to poor management, declining budgets, and increasing human-animal conflicts. Government policies remain reactive, while critical species suffer. A transparent public-private partnership is essential to strengthen conservation efforts and ensure accountability. Mismanagement in Wildlife Conservation: The government inaugurated Vantara, a 3,000-acre private zoo and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Human-wildlife conflicts endanger forests and wildlife; the Supreme Court emphasises resolutions to preserve ecological balance. About the Warning by the Supreme Court: The SC cautioned about the perilous impact of human-wildlife conflicts on forests and wildlife. Justice B.R. Gavai emphasised the necessity of resolving conflicts to preserve forests and wildlife. Balancing …
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