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What was the main goal of the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT) when it was founded in 1976?
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?
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?
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?
In addition to crocodile conservation, what other programme did MCBT start in India?
What is the main purpose of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS) established by the Government of India?
What is the main purpose of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS) established by the Government of India?
What is the structure of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS)?
What is the structure of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS)?
What is the role of the ENVIS centres in the network?
What is the role of the ENVIS centres in the network?
What is the primary target audience for the Environmental Information System (ENVIS)?
What is the primary target audience for the Environmental Information System (ENVIS)?
What is the primary concern of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)?
What is the primary concern of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)?
Which organization does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) serve as the nodal agency for in India?
Which organization does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) serve as the nodal agency for in India?
What legislative and regulatory measures does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) aim to support?
What legislative and regulatory measures does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) aim to support?
Which regional body does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) engage with on matters relating to the environment?
Which regional body does the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) engage with on matters relating to the environment?
What is the role of Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) in relation to multilateral bodies?
What is the role of Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) in relation to multilateral bodies?
Which environmental issue is NOT within the primary concern of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)?
Which environmental issue is NOT within the primary concern of the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF)?
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.
