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13 August 2026

Animal welfare and wildlife protection

The topic covers specific regulatory frameworks like CITES, the Living Animal Species (Reporting and Registration) Rules, 2024, and the PARIVESH portal, which are directly relevant to environmental governance and wildlife conservation in India.

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Notes

  • The Lar Gibbon (Hylobates lar) is classified under Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
  • Importing CITES Appendix I species requires CITES permits, Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) documentation, and State Chief Wildlife Warden approval.
  • The Living Animal Species (Reporting and Registration) Rules, 2024, mandate the filing of Form I for the transfer of exotic animals.
  • PARIVESH (Pro-Active and Responsive facilitation by Interactive, Virtuous and Environmental Single-window Hub) is the portal used for declaring possession of exotic wildlife.
  • Keeping primates as pets poses significant risks, including the transmission of zoonotic diseases and the promotion of illegal wildlife trafficking networks.
  • Animal welfare initiatives, such as the Kindness Awards, emphasize the importance of community-led efforts in providing medical care, shelter, and support for animals.

Questions

  1. Discuss the regulatory framework governing the possession and transfer of exotic wildlife in India, with reference to the CITES convention and the Living Animal Species (Reporting and Registration) Rules, 2024. 150 words
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  2. The rise in the private ownership of exotic wildlife poses significant challenges to biodiversity conservation and public health. Analyze the ecological and ethical implications of this trend and suggest measures to strengthen the enforcement of wildlife protection laws. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. The Lar Gibbon (Hylobates lar) is listed under which Appendix of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)?

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