Why in News?
The Karnataka Forest Department captured a female sloth bear near Shivamogga airport after it entered nearby villages and airport premises, raising concerns about human wildlife conflict.
What Is Sloth Bear?
• Scientific Name Melursus ursinus
• Found in Indian Subcontinent
• Habitat: Dry forests, Grasslands, Scrub forests
• Known for Insect feeding, Strong claws, and Human conflict incidents
Conservation Status
• IUCN Status Vulnerable
• Wildlife Protection Act 1972
• Listed under Schedule I protection
| [2022] With reference to Indian laws about wildlife protection, consider the following statements: 1 Wild animals are the sole property of the government. 2 When a wild animal is declared protected, such animal is entitled for equal protection whether it is found in protected areas or outside. 3 Apprehension of a protected wild animal becoming a danger to human life is sufficient ground for its capture or killing. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 (d) 3 only |
