MCBT Conservation Quiz: Test Your Madras Crocodile Bank Trust Knowledge

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What was the main goal of the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT) when it was founded in 1976?

To supply crocodiles and eggs to other countries for breeding programmes

To conserve Indian crocodiles and establish a breeding programme for endangered reptiles (correct)

To conduct sea turtle surveys and establish a sea turtle hatchery

To promote the Irula Snake Catchers' Cooperative Society

What is the significance of the Irula Snake Catchers' Cooperative Society at the Crocodile Bank?

It conducts breeding programmes for endangered reptiles

It supplies snake and scorpion venom for the production of anti-venom and medical use (correct)

It conserves Indian crocodiles in the wild

It runs the sea turtle hatchery at MCBT

What role did MCBT play in restocking programmes in India and neighbouring countries?

Conducting sea turtle surveys and establishing a sea turtle hatchery

Establishing breeding facilities for other endangered species

Promoting the conservation of endangered reptiles

Supplying over 1500 crocodiles and several hundred eggs to various State Forest Departments (correct)

In addition to crocodile conservation, what other programme did MCBT start in India?

Sea turtle survey and conservation programme, including a sea turtle hatchery Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS) established by the Government of India?

To provide environmental information to decision makers, policy planners, scientists, engineers, and research workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS)?

It is a decentralized system with distributed subject-oriented centers Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the ENVIS centres in the network?

To cover broad subject areas of environment with a focal point in the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary target audience for the Environmental Information System (ENVIS)?

Decision makers, policy planners, scientists, engineers, and research workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)?

Conservation of natural resources including biodiversity and forests Signup and view all the answers

Which organization does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) serve as the nodal agency for in India?

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Signup and view all the answers

What legislative and regulatory measures does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) aim to support?

Measures for environmental preservation and conservation Signup and view all the answers

Which regional body does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) engage with on matters relating to the environment?

South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) in relation to multilateral bodies?

Representing India in global environmental conferences Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental issue is NOT within the primary concern of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)?

Energy production from fossil fuels Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT)

Founded in 1976 with the main goal of conservation and research of crocodiles and other reptiles.
Collaborated with the Irula Snake Catchers' Cooperative Society at the Crocodile Bank, utilizing their expertise to catch snakes and other reptiles for research and conservation.
Played a key role in restocking programs in India and neighboring countries.

Environmental Information System (ENVIS)

Established by the Government of India to provide environmental information to the public.
Structured as a decentralized network of centres, each focusing on a specific environmental theme.
ENVIS centres collate, process, and disseminate environmental information to various stakeholders.
Primary target audience includes policymakers, researchers, and the general public.

Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)

Primary concern is environmental protection and preservation of natural resources.
Serves as the nodal agency for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) in India.
Aims to support legislative and regulatory measures for environmental conservation.
Engages with the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) on environmental matters.
Represents India in multilateral environmental agreements and international environmental negotiations.
Primary concerns do not include defense and national security.

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Test your knowledge about the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT), the first crocodile conservation breeding centre in Asia founded in 1976. Learn about their efforts to conserve Indian crocodiles and other endangered reptile species.

Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT) Conservation Quiz

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