102 people died in man-wild elephant conflicts over five financial years
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Human-wildlife conflict and biodiversity conservation: a GS3 and Environment case study.
Why in news
Forest Minister Shibu Baby John informed the Assembly that 102 people died in man-wild elephant conflicts over five financial years, leading to the announcement of mitigation measures.
Background
The Forest department and Wildlife Trust of India identified 7 corridors and installed solar fences across 36 divisions. The government increased death compensation to ₹17.5 lakh and provided tiered payouts for disabilities exceeding 40%.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact102 people died in man-wild elephant conflicts over five financial years
- Fact7 corridors identified for elephant movement
- FactSolar fences installed across 36 divisions
- FactDeath compensation increased to ₹17.5 lakh
- FactTiered payouts provided for disabilities exceeding 40%
Prelims practice question
What is the increased death compensation amount announced for man-wild elephant conflicts?
- (a)₹17.5 lakh
- (b)₹25 lakh
- (c)₹20 lakh
- (d)₹10 lakh
Show answer
Answer: (a) ₹17.5 lakh — The government increased the death compensation to ₹17.5 lakh following the report of 102 deaths.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the ecological and socio-economic challenges of human-wildlife conflict in India and evaluate the effectiveness of current mitigation strategies.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Ecological fragmentation: Habitat loss forcing elephants into human-dominated landscapes
- Compensation limitations: Financial payouts as a reactive rather than proactive mitigation strategy
- Technological intervention: Efficacy of solar fencing in maintaining migratory corridors
Keywords: Human-Wildlife Conflict · Habitat Fragmentation · Wildlife Corridors · Mitigation Strategies · Biodiversity Conservation
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