PM Modi Visits Assam: Kaziranga Corridor Inauguration, Dance Event
PM Modi's Assam visit focuses on Kaziranga corridor and cultural events.
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Key Facts
PM Modi visits Assam on January 17-18, 2026
Kaziranga elevated corridor project
Aims to ensure animal movement, reduce human-wildlife conflict
UPSC Exam Angles
GS Paper III: Environment, Conservation, and Biodiversity
GS Paper II: Governance - Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors
Potential question types: Statement-based, analytical questions on conservation efforts and their impact
Visual Insights
Kaziranga National Park and Surrounding Areas
Map showing the location of Kaziranga National Park in Assam and the proposed elevated corridor to mitigate human-animal conflict.
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Background
The Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, gained prominence in the early 20th century due to concerns raised by Mary Curzon, the wife of the then Viceroy of India, Lord Curzon, about the dwindling population of rhinoceros. This led to the initial steps for its conservation in 1905, declaring it a Reserve Forest. Over the years, its status evolved, becoming a Game Sanctuary in 1916 and finally a National Park in 1974.
The park's significance extends beyond rhinoceros conservation, encompassing a diverse ecosystem and serving as a crucial habitat for numerous endangered species. The challenges of balancing conservation with the needs of local communities have been a constant factor in its management.
Latest Developments
In recent years, there has been increased focus on mitigating human-animal conflict around Kaziranga. Initiatives include the construction of animal corridors, habitat improvement, and community-based conservation programs. The Assam government has been actively working to resettle villages located within the park's critical habitat to reduce pressure on resources and minimize conflict.
Furthermore, technological interventions like drone surveillance and early warning systems are being deployed to monitor animal movement and prevent poaching. The long-term vision involves creating a sustainable model where conservation efforts benefit both wildlife and the local communities, fostering a sense of shared responsibility.
Practice Questions (MCQs)
1. Consider the following statements regarding Kaziranga National Park: 1. It is the largest undisturbed representative area of Brahmaputra Valley floodplain grassland. 2. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. 3. It is home to the highest density of tigers among protected areas in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: C
Statement 2 is incorrect. Kaziranga was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
2. With reference to the Kaziranga elevated corridor project, which of the following is the primary objective?
- A.To promote tourism in the region
- B.To improve road connectivity for local residents
- C.To ensure uninterrupted movement of animals and reduce human-wildlife conflict
- D.To facilitate industrial development in the area
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Answer: C
The primary objective of the Kaziranga elevated corridor is to ensure uninterrupted movement of animals and reduce human-wildlife conflict.
3. Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?
- A.It provides for the creation of Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks.
- B.It regulates the trade in wild animals, plants, and their products.
- C.It establishes the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).
- D.It allows for hunting of endangered species with prior permission from the Chief Wildlife Warden.
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Answer: D
Hunting of endangered species is strictly prohibited under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
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