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12 August 2026

World Lion Day quiz

Project Lion is a specific, government-led conservation initiative for a critically endangered species, making it a relevant topic for questions on biodiversity and environmental conservation in GS3.

1 min read Day 2 of 2 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • World Lion Day is observed annually on August 10.
  • The Asiatic Lion subspecies found in India is scientifically known as Panthera leo persica.
  • Project Lion was launched in India to focus on the conservation of the Asiatic lion population.
  • As of 2025, the population of Asiatic lions in India is a key metric for evaluating conservation success.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 2 in World Lion Day 2026, which has been running since 11 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of Project Lion in the context of biodiversity conservation in India. How does it complement existing wildlife protection frameworks like the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. What is the scientific name of the Asiatic Lion subspecies found in India?

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