In the last four years, the Leopard number has increased by more than 1,000

Current Context: The leopard population in India has seen a significant increase in the last four years. According to a report based on the fifth cycle of the leopard population estimation conducted in 2022, India’s leopard population is estimated at 13,874.

• This is an increase from the 12,852 leopards estimated in 2018.
• This represents an approximate growth of 1,022 leopards, or nearly 8%.
• The most significant uptick of 486 was in Madhya Pradesh.
• However, it’s important to note that while several states reported improved leopard populations, states like Goa, Bihar, Telangana, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, and Odisha registered declines.
• Conservation efforts continue to be crucial for maintaining and increasing the leopard population.

Question:

Q.1 How much has the leopard population in India increased from 2018 to 2022?
a. 486
b. 2,094
c. 1,558
d. 1,022