Project Tiger 2.0: Focus Shifts to Genetic Diversity and Corridors
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has launched 'Project Tiger 2.0' to enhance genetic diversity and habitat connectivity.
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- NTCA launches Project Tiger 2.0 focusing on genetic diversity.
- Emphasis on restoring wildlife corridors for habitat connectivity.
- Use of genomic tools for population health monitoring.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC / State PCS | Very High | 12–20 | Environment and Ecology is a separate section in UPSC Prelims. GS-III includes environment, climate change, and disaster management. |
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | High | 3–5 | National parks, Ramsar sites, pollution levels, and climate summits appear in SSC GK. |
| State PCS / PSC | High | 5–8 | State PCS papers test both central environment policy and state-specific conservation achievements. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- New Ramsar sites, UNESCO sites, Biosphere Reserves: name, state/country, reason for designation
- Climate summit outcomes: COP targets, India's commitments, new agreements
- Pollution data: India's air quality rank, river clean-up updates, plastic ban updates
- Endangered species: IUCN category, habitat, threats, conservation project
- Environmental laws and policies: recent amendments to Environment Protection Act, Forest Rights Act
Practice Questions
Q1. Which body is responsible for the implementation of Project Tiger in India?
- WII
- NTCA
- MoEFCC
- ZSI
Explanation: The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) is the statutory body responsible for Project Tiger.
Q2. What is the primary focus of 'Project Tiger 2.0'?
- Increasing tiger numbers only
- Genetic diversity and habitat corridors
- Building more zoos
- Exporting tigers
Explanation: Project Tiger 2.0 focuses on long-term survival through genetic diversity and habitat connectivity.
How to Prepare Environment for Government Exams
Ramsar sites and World Heritage Site additions are announced annually. Compile the year's additions — they are direct exam questions.
For UPSC, understand the international treaty context: Paris Agreement, CBD, CITES, Ramsar — know what each treaty does.
Climate news = policy news. Always note the government response to any environmental event — that's what UPSC Mains tests.
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