Why in the News
A Namibian cheetah Jwala gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park, taking India’s total cheetah population to 53. The development is a major milestone under Project Cheetah.
Key Highlights
- Five cubs born to Namibian cheetah Jwala.
- Recently, another cheetah Gamini delivered four cubs at the same park.
- Total cheetah population in India: 53.
- Indian-born cubs: 33.
- Successful litters in India: 10.
About Project Cheetah
- Launched on 17 September 2022 by Narendra Modi.
- Eight cheetahs were translocated from Namibia to Kuno National Park.
- Aim: Reintroduce cheetahs in India after extinction.
Background
- Cheetahs became extinct in India in 1952 due to hunting and habitat loss.
- The species is the fastest land animal.
Objectives of the Programme
- Restore the cheetah population in India.
- Re-establish a functional grassland ecosystem.
- Promote wildlife tourism and conservation awareness.
- Improve genetic diversity and species recovery.
| [2024] Consider the following statements: Lions do not have a particular breeding season. Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar. Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 |
