%20(500%20%C3%97%20280%20px)%20(500%20x%20300%20px)%20(23).png "India Hosts First Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance in New Delhi")
- The IBCA, launched by India in March 2024, aims to protect seven major big cat species—Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar, and Puma—through global collaboration.
- Leadership: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav was endorsed as President of IBCA, while SP Yadav was appointed Director General.
- Global Participation: Delegations from nine countries—Bhutan, Cambodia, Eswatini, Guinea, India, Liberia, Suriname, Somalia, and Kazakhstan—attended the assembly.
- Governance Framework: The assembly ratified the Headquarters Agreement with India, formalizing IBCA’s operations and governance structure.
- Conservation Goals: IBCA aims to halt big cat population decline, strengthen conservation efforts, and promote habitat protection.
- Funding Commitment: India allocated ₹150 crore (2023–28) to support IBCA’s initiatives.
Question:
Q.1 Which country launched the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)?a) South Africa
b) India
c) Brazil
d) United States
Answer: b) India launched the IBCA in March 2024, with the objective of uniting countries for the protection of major big cat species worldwide.
