{"id":31557,"date":"2024-03-02T13:50:55","date_gmt":"2024-03-02T13:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=31557"},"modified":"2024-03-02T13:50:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-02T13:50:58","slug":"tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Tiger Conservation and Project Tiger &#8211; NTCA, Tiger Corridors, Core-Buffer Zones, Tiger Census &#8211; UPSC Environment Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>Tiger conservation stands at the forefront of global environmental efforts, encapsulating both the urgent need to preserve biodiversity and the iconic status of this magnificent species. Project Tiger, spearheaded by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in India, represents a pioneering initiative aimed at safeguarding the dwindling population of tigers within the country. At its core, the project endeavors to mitigate threats to tiger habitats, combat poaching, and promote coexistence between humans and wildlife. Central to its success are the delineation of tiger corridors, the establishment of core-buffer zones within tiger reserves, and the meticulous undertaking of tiger census surveys. These facets collectively constitute the backbone of India&#8217;s commitment to tiger conservation, crucial not only for the preservation of this apex predator but also for the ecological balance of its habitats. In the pursuit of sustainable development, understanding and advocating for tiger conservation remain paramount, echoing the broader imperative of harmonizing human activities with the natural world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e18bf546822\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#OBJECTIVES_OF_PROJECT_TIGER\" title=\"OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT TIGER\">OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT TIGER<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#NATIONAL_TIGER_CONSERVATION_AUTHORITY_NTCA\" title=\"NATIONAL TIGER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (NTCA)\">NATIONAL TIGER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (NTCA)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#TIGER_RESERVE\" title=\"TIGER RESERVE\">TIGER RESERVE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#CORE_ZONE_Critical_Wildlife_Habitats\" title=\"CORE ZONE (Critical Wildlife Habitats):\">CORE ZONE (Critical Wildlife Habitats):<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#BUFFER_AREA\" title=\"BUFFER AREA:\">BUFFER AREA:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#TIGER_CORRIDOR\" title=\"TIGER CORRIDOR\">TIGER CORRIDOR<\/a><\/li><li 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#1-What_is_Project_Tiger\" title=\"1-What is Project Tiger?\">1-What is Project Tiger?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#2-What_are_the_objectives_of_Project_Tiger\" title=\"2-What are the objectives of Project Tiger?\">2-What are the objectives of Project Tiger?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#3-What_is_the_role_of_the_National_Tiger_Conservation_Authority_NTCA_in_Project_Tiger\" title=\"3-What is the role of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in Project Tiger?\">3-What is the role of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in Project Tiger?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#4-How_many_tiger_reserves_does_India_currently_have\" title=\"4-How many tiger reserves does India currently have?\">4-How many tiger reserves does India currently have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#5-Which_is_Indias_largest_and_smallest_tiger_reserve\" title=\"5-Which is India&#8217;s largest and smallest tiger reserve?\">5-Which is India&#8217;s largest and smallest tiger reserve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#6-What_is_the_significance_of_tiger_corridors\" title=\"6-What is the significance of tiger corridors?\">6-What is the significance of tiger corridors?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/tiger-conservation-and-project-tiger-ntca-tiger-corridors-core-buffer-zones-tiger-census-upsc-environment-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PROJECT_TIGER\"><\/span><strong>PROJECT TIGER<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Established in 1973, Project Tiger stands as one of India&#8217;s pivotal conservation initiatives specifically designed to safeguard the tiger population.<\/li><li>As the inaugural project of its kind in the country, it aims to sustain and shield tigers from the perils of poaching and other imminent threats.<\/li><li>Addressing both ecological and administrative facets linked to tiger conservation, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) plays a central role in this endeavor.<\/li><li>The project outlines a legal framework for the protection of tiger reserves and reinforces institutional safeguards for ecologically sensitive areas and endangered species.<\/li><li>Through an amendment, the Wild Life (Protection) Act of 1972 bestowed statutory authority upon Project Tiger, thereby establishing the NTCA in 2006.<\/li><li>India&#8217;s pioneering tiger reserve, the Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand, marked the inception of this groundbreaking project.<\/li><li>Initially comprising nine tiger reserves, India currently boasts 53 such reserves dedicated to the preservation of these majestic creatures.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OBJECTIVES_OF_PROJECT_TIGER\"><\/span><strong>OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT TIGER<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ensure the sustained existence of India&#8217;s tiger population for scientific, economic, cultural, and aesthetic reasons.<\/li><li>Identify and address factors contributing to the loss of tiger habitats through appropriate management practices.<\/li><li>Preserve areas of significant biological importance as a national heritage, fostering education and enjoyment for people at all times.<\/li><li>Contribute to the conservation of endangered species.<\/li><li>Safeguard the rights of tribals and local communities residing near tiger reserves.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NATIONAL_TIGER_CONSERVATION_AUTHORITY_NTCA\"><\/span><strong>NATIONAL TIGER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (NTCA)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) is a statutory body operating under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change.\u00a0<\/li><li>Established in adherence to the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972, as amended in 2006, the NTCA is entrusted with enhancing tiger conservation through powers and functions delegated by the Act.<\/li><li>As the apex body responsible for the administration of &#8216;Project Tiger,&#8217; the NTCA was formed in 2005 following the recommendations of the Tiger Task Force.\u00a0<\/li><li>Its composition includes the Minister heading the Ministry of Environment and Forests (as Chairperson), the Minister of State in the Ministry of Environment and Forests (as Vice-Chairperson), three Members of Parliament, the Secretary of the Ministry of Environment and Forests, and other members.<\/li><li>Mandated to fulfill its responsibilities under the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972, the NTCA exercises oversight through advisories and normative guidelines.\u00a0<\/li><li>These are formulated based on assessments of the tiger&#8217;s status, ongoing conservation efforts, and recommendations from specially constituted committees.<\/li><li>Additionally, the NTCA conducts a comprehensive country-level assessment of tiger status, co-predators, prey, and habitat once every four years.\u00a0<\/li><li>This assessment employs a methodology approved by the Tiger Task Force, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning in the realm of tiger conservation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TIGER_RESERVE\"><\/span><strong>TIGER RESERVE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India has 54 tiger reserves managed by Project Tiger under the administration of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).<\/li><li>With 80% of the world&#8217;s tigers, India has played a significant role in increasing global tiger populations. In 2006, there were 1,411 tigers, and by 2018, the number had risen to 2,967.\u00a0<\/li><li>Globally, the wild tiger count went up from 3,159 in 2010 to 3,890 in 2016, thanks in part to India&#8217;s efforts, as reported by the World Wildlife Fund and Global Tiger Forum.<\/li><li><strong>Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve<\/strong> in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana is the largest tiger reserve in India, while<strong> Bor Tiger Reserve<\/strong> in Maharashtra is the smallest.\u00a0<\/li><li>Tiger reserves are designated using a &#8216;core-buffer strategy,&#8217; consisting of a core zone and a buffer zone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Global Tiger Day, celebrated worldwide, falls on July 29.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CORE_ZONE_Critical_Wildlife_Habitats\"><\/span>CORE ZONE (Critical Wildlife Habitats):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The core area is a designated space kept free from disturbances like human activities, forestry operations, and the collection of minor forest produce.\u00a0<\/li><li>It is a vital part of tiger conservation efforts.<\/li><li>Within the core zone, activities like grazing and human disturbances are strictly prohibited.\u00a0<\/li><li>This ensures that the primary focus remains on preserving the habitat for the well-being of tigers, all while respecting the rights of Scheduled Tribes and other forest dwellers.<\/li><li>The State Government, in consultation with an Expert Committee, notifies these areas.\u00a0<\/li><li>The concept of Critical Wildlife Habitats (CWHs) is introduced in the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Ministry of Environment and Forests has the authority to notify the rules for designating a CWH, and only the Central Government can declare Critical Wildlife Habitats.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BUFFER_AREA\"><\/span><strong>BUFFER AREA:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The buffer area surrounds the critical tiger habitat or core area, serving as additional habitat space for tigers to disperse.\u00a0<\/li><li>It also allows for a balance between human activities and wildlife coexistence.<\/li><li>The limits of the buffer or peripheral areas are determined based on scientific criteria and objective consultation with the Gram Sabha (local self-government in villages) and an Expert Committee specifically formed for this purpose.\u00a0<\/li><li>The buffer area plays a crucial role in supporting both the conservation of tigers and the needs of local communities.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TIGER_CORRIDOR\"><\/span><strong>TIGER CORRIDOR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The National Tiger Conservation Authority, in collaboration with the Wildlife Institute of India, has identified and mapped out 32 significant tiger corridors across India.<\/li><li>These corridors are put into operation through a Tiger Conservation Plan, which is a requirement under section 38V of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.\u00a0<\/li><li>A tiger corridor refers to a stretch of land that connects different tiger habitats, facilitating the movement of tigers, prey, and other wildlife.\u00a0<\/li><li>These corridors are crucial because, without them, tiger habitats can become fragmented, leading to isolated tiger populations and making them susceptible to localized extinction.\u00a0<\/li><li>Additionally, these corridors are utilized by various other wildlife species.<\/li><li>Given that big cats like tigers cover extensive distances, these corridors, which span across different states, play a vital role.\u00a0<\/li><li>Tigers, for instance, have been observed traveling remarkable distances, covering approximately 1,300 km in 150 days, crossing multiple states, including Maharashtra and Telangana, six districts, and four wildlife sanctuaries, to establish their territory.<\/li><li><strong>Section 38 O (1) (g) of the Wildlife (Protection) Act<\/strong> permits the diversion of tiger corridors with the approval of the National Board for Wildlife and the National Tiger Conservation Authority.\u00a0<\/li><li>This allows for the management of these corridors while ensuring the conservation of tigers and other wildlife.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sl. No.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Landscape<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Corridor<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>States\/Country<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Shivalik Hills &amp; Gangetic Plains<\/td><td>Rajaji-Corbett<\/td><td>Uttarakhand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Corbett-Dudhwa<\/td><td>Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Nepal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Dudhwa-Kishanpur-Katerniaghat<\/td><td>Uttar Pradesh, Nepal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Central India &amp; Eastern Ghats<\/td><td>Ranthambhore-Kuno-Madhav<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Bandhavgarh-Achanakmar<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Bandhavgarh-Sanjay Dubri-Guru Ghasidas<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Guru Ghasidas-Palamau-Lawalong<\/td><td>Chhattisgarh &amp; Jharkhand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kanha-Achanakmar<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kanha-Pench<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Pench-Satpura-Melghat<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kanha-Navegaon Nagzira-Tadoba-Indravati<\/td><td>Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Indravati-Udanti Sitanadi-Sunabeda<\/td><td>Chhattisgarh, Odisha<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Similipal-Satkosia<\/td><td>Odisha<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Nagarjunasagar-Sri Venkateshwara National Park<\/td><td>Andhra Pradesh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Western Ghats<\/td><td>Sahyadri-Radhanagari-Goa<\/td><td>Maharashtra, Goa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Dandeli Anshi-Shravathi Valley<\/td><td>Karnataka<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kudremukh-Bhadra<\/td><td>Karnataka<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Nagarahole-Pusphagiri-Talakavery<\/td><td>Karnataka<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Nagarahole-Bandipur-Mudumalai-Wayanad<\/td><td>Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Nagarahole-Mudumalai-Wayanad<\/td><td>Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Parambikulam-Eranikulam-Indira Gandhi<\/td><td>Kerala, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kalakad Mundanthurai-Periyar<\/td><td>Kerala, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>North East<\/td><td>Kaziranga-Itanagar WLS<\/td><td>Assam, Arunachal Pradesh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong<\/td><td>Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kaziranga-Nameri<\/td><td>Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kaziranga-Orang<\/td><td>Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kaziranga-Papum Pane<\/td><td>Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Manas-Buxa<\/td><td>Assam, West Bengal, Bhutan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Pakke-Nameri-Sonai Rupai-Manas<\/td><td>Arunachal Pradesh, Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Dibru Saikhowa-D\u2019Ering-Mehaong<\/td><td>Assam, Arunachal Pradesh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Kamlang-Kane-Tale Valley<\/td><td>Arunachal Pradesh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Buxa-Jaldapara<\/td><td>West Bengal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/8o217Hk6dTPMR-osKjUdWMJFxD4ZRRY7IefSlEI-Z1GC9rgUIO-ae1By8h0-gh2z6kF3dG3KshtLDIGKu3yucCenyhCgVmmyx9U8HiWxjjEs3wNO8kADd2fqaxlOElZWrj2h2qMOv-_rXOuAA2QzOAU\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TIGER_CENSUS\"><\/span><strong>TIGER CENSUS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Every four years, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in collaboration with state forest departments, conservation NGOs, and the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) conducts a national tiger census.\u00a0<\/li><li>They use a method that involves ground surveys and camera-trap images to count the tiger population.\u00a0<\/li><li>The recent census for India&#8217;s tigers, released by the Prime Minister, shows a 6.7% increase in the past four years.<\/li><li>The census covered forests in 20 states of India, with 32,588 camera traps set up at various locations, capturing a total of 47,081,881 photographs.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Prime Minister revealed these figures while inaugurating the <strong>International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) in Mysuru, Karnataka, marking 50 years of Project Tiger.<\/strong><\/li><li>The IBCA is an initiative for the conservation of seven big cats: Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar, and Puma.<\/li><li>It includes 97 countries housing these big cats and other interested parties. The alliance aims to advocate for conservation, build partnerships, focus on capacity building, promote eco-tourism, and explore financial support.\u00a0<\/li><li>It also intends to share information and raise awareness among its members.<\/li><li>Highlights from the tiger census indicate a growth in the tiger population from 2,967 in 2018 to 3,167 in 2022, with a slower growth rate of 6.7% compared to the previous four years.\u00a0<\/li><li>There was a significant increase in tiger population in the Shivalik Hills and Gangetic Plains, while tiger occupancy declined in Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana.<\/li><li>In the North East Hills and Brahmaputra Plains, 194 tigers were captured by camera traps, and the Nilgiri cluster in the region has the largest tiger population globally, contributing to the colonization of tigers in neighboring areas.\u00a0<\/li><li>However, there was a decline in tiger occupancy in the Western Ghats, particularly in the Wayanad landscape and the Biligiriranga Hills.<\/li><li>The report also emphasizes the high conservation priority of the genetically unique and small population of tigers in Simlipal.\u00a0<\/li><li>It calls for ecologically viable economic development and trans-boundary tiger conservation strategies to sustain isolated populations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PROJECT_TIGER_%E2%80%93_Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>PROJECT TIGER &#8211; Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-What_is_Project_Tiger\"><\/span>1-What is Project Tiger?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Project Tiger is a crucial conservation initiative launched in 1973 in India. It focuses on safeguarding the tiger population by addressing threats such as poaching and habitat loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-What_are_the_objectives_of_Project_Tiger\"><\/span>2-What are the objectives of Project Tiger?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The objectives include ensuring the sustained existence of India&#8217;s tiger population for scientific, economic, cultural, and aesthetic reasons. It also aims to address factors contributing to the loss of tiger habitats, preserve areas of biological importance, contribute to the conservation of endangered species, and safeguard the rights of local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-What_is_the_role_of_the_National_Tiger_Conservation_Authority_NTCA_in_Project_Tiger\"><\/span>3-What is the role of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in Project Tiger?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The NTCA, established in 2005, plays a central role in Project Tiger. It addresses ecological and administrative facets related to tiger conservation, outlines legal frameworks, and reinforces institutional safeguards for ecologically sensitive areas and endangered species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-How_many_tiger_reserves_does_India_currently_have\"><\/span>4-How many tiger reserves does India currently have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: India currently has 54 tiger reserves managed by Project Tiger under the administration of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Which_is_Indias_largest_and_smallest_tiger_reserve\"><\/span>5-Which is India&#8217;s largest and smallest tiger reserve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana is the largest, while the Bor Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra is the smallest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-What_is_the_significance_of_tiger_corridors\"><\/span>6-What is the significance of tiger corridors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Tiger corridors are stretches of land connecting different tiger habitats, allowing the movement of tigers and other wildlife. 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