{"id":19306,"date":"2024-05-27T22:46:42","date_gmt":"2024-05-27T17:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=19306"},"modified":"2024-05-27T22:46:47","modified_gmt":"2024-05-27T17:16:47","slug":"great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/","title":{"rendered":"Great Indian Bustard Census 2024: Conservation Success in Jaisalmer&#8217;s Desert Park"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#The_Discovery_of_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\" >The Discovery of the Great Indian Bustard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#The_Waterhole_Census_Technique\" >The Waterhole Census Technique<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Biodiversity_Beyond_the_Bustards\" >Biodiversity Beyond the Bustards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Legal_Protection_and_Conservation_Efforts\" >Legal Protection and Conservation Efforts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Future_Prospects_for_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\" >Future Prospects for the Great Indian Bustard<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Significance_for_Wildlife_Conservation\" >Significance for Wildlife Conservation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Legal_and_Environmental_Impact\" >Legal and Environmental Impact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Educational_Value\" >Educational Value<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Boosting_Eco-Tourism\" >Boosting Eco-Tourism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Global_Conservation_Efforts\" >Global Conservation Efforts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Background_of_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\" >Background of the Great Indian Bustard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Previous_Conservation_Efforts\" >Previous Conservation Efforts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Role_of_Legal_Frameworks\" >Role of Legal Frameworks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Key_Takeaways_from_the_Great_Indian_Bustard_Census_in_Jaisalmer\" >Key Takeaways from the Great Indian Bustard Census in Jaisalmer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Important_FAQs_for_Students_from_this_News\" >Important FAQs for Students from this News<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Q1_What_is_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\" >Q1: What is the Great Indian Bustard?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Q2_Why_is_the_Great_Indian_Bustard_critically_endangered\" >Q2: Why is the Great Indian Bustard critically endangered?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Q3_What_was_the_method_used_in_the_recent_census_of_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\" >Q3: What was the method used in the recent census of the Great Indian Bustard?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Q4_How_many_Great_Indian_Bustards_were_recorded_in_the_recent_census\" >Q4: How many Great Indian Bustards were recorded in the recent census?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Q5_What_legal_protections_are_in_place_for_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\" >Q5: What legal protections are in place for the Great Indian Bustard?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/great-indian-bustard-census-2024-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b7%e0%a4%a3-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b0%e0%a4%af\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jaisalmers_Desert_Park_Sanctuary_for_the_Majestic_Great_Indian_Bustard\"><\/span>Jaisalmer&#8217;s Desert Park Sanctuary for the Majestic Great Indian Bustard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Discovery_of_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\"><\/span>The Discovery of the Great Indian Bustard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a recent waterhole census conducted at the National Desert Park in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, an encouraging discovery was made: a significant presence of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. This year\u2019s survey recorded 64 Great Indian Bustards, a notable increase from the 42 birds counted in the previous year\u2019s census. This species, also known as the &#8220;Godawan,&#8221; is primarily found in dry grasslands and is recognized for its distinctive appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Waterhole_Census_Technique\"><\/span>The Waterhole Census Technique<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The waterhole technique, often employed by wildlife conservationists, involves monitoring waterholes during peak summer months. This method helps accurately count wildlife as the extreme heat drives animals to water sources regularly. In the 2024 census, 42 waterholes were strategically constructed in the park, and 84 officers were deployed on watchtowers. The census was timed to coincide with Vaishakh Purnima, facilitating better visibility of the animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biodiversity_Beyond_the_Bustards\"><\/span>Biodiversity Beyond the Bustards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the 64 Great Indian Bustards, the census recorded a diverse range of wildlife, including over 1,000 Chinkaras, 30 Desert Cats, 150 Foxes, and more than 100 Vultures. This highlights the rich biodiversity of the National Desert Park. The majority of the bustards were spotted in the Ramdevra region and various other hotspots within the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Protection_and_Conservation_Efforts\"><\/span>Legal Protection and Conservation Efforts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Great Indian Bustard is granted the highest level of legal protection under Schedule 1 of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972. It is also listed under international conventions like CMS and CITES. To support conservation, breeding centers have been established in Jaisalmer, contributing to the species&#8217; recovery under the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Future_Prospects_for_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\"><\/span>Future Prospects for the Great Indian Bustard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As of August 2023, there were approximately 150 Great Indian Bustards in India, with the majority residing in Rajasthan. The successful census in Jaisalmer offers hope for the species&#8217; future. Continued efforts and collaborative initiatives are crucial for ensuring the long-term survival of this magnificent bird in its natural habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"Jaisalmer-Desert-Park-census\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jaisalmer-Desert-Park-census.jpg\" alt=\"Jaisalmer Desert Park census\n\" class=\"wp-image-19307\" width=\"663\" height=\"451\" title=\"Jaisalmer Desert Park census\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><ol style=\"border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-pan-x: ; --tw-pan-y: ; --tw-pinch-zoom: ; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-gradient-from-position: ; --tw-gradient-via-position: ; --tw-gradient-to-position: ; --tw-ordinal: ; --tw-slashed-zero: ; --tw-numeric-figure: ; --tw-numeric-spacing: ; --tw-numeric-fraction: ; --tw-ring-inset: ; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; --tw-grayscale: ; --tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ; --tw-contain-size: ; --tw-contain-layout: ; --tw-contain-paint: ; --tw-contain-style: ; list-style: decimal; margin: 1.25em 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.625em; color: rgb(13, 13, 13); font-family: ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Noto Sans&quot;, sans-serif, Helvetica, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, Arial, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Symbol&quot;; font-size: 16px;\"><li style=\"border: 0px solid rgb(227, 227, 227); box-sizing: border-box; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-pan-x: ; --tw-pan-y: ; --tw-pinch-zoom: ; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-gradient-from-position: ; --tw-gradient-via-position: ; --tw-gradient-to-position: ; --tw-ordinal: ; --tw-slashed-zero: ; --tw-numeric-figure: ; --tw-numeric-spacing: ; --tw-numeric-fraction: ; --tw-ring-inset: ; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; --tw-grayscale: ; --tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ; --tw-contain-size: ; --tw-contain-layout: ; --tw-contain-paint: ; --tw-contain-style: ; margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-top: 0.5em; padding-left: 0.375em;\">Jaisalmer Desert Park census<\/li><\/ol><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_Wildlife_Conservation\"><\/span>Significance for Wildlife Conservation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This news highlights the success of conservation efforts for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. The increase in the bird&#8217;s population in Jaisalmer&#8217;s National Desert Park is a positive indicator of effective wildlife management and conservation strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_and_Environmental_Impact\"><\/span>Legal and Environmental Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The legal protection granted to the Great Indian Bustard under various national and international laws underscores the importance of preserving biodiversity. This news serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts required to protect endangered species and their habitats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Value\"><\/span>Educational Value<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for government exams, this news provides a case study on the application of wildlife conservation techniques and the importance of legal frameworks in environmental protection. It is relevant for topics related to ecology, environmental science, and current affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosting_Eco-Tourism\"><\/span>Boosting Eco-Tourism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The success in conserving the Great Indian Bustard can boost eco-tourism in Rajasthan, promoting economic benefits while raising awareness about wildlife conservation. This can be a model for other regions to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Conservation_Efforts\"><\/span>Global Conservation Efforts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This development is significant on a global scale as it aligns with international conservation goals. It showcases India&#8217;s commitment to protecting endangered species and can inspire similar initiatives worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Background_of_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\"><\/span>Background of the Great Indian Bustard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps) once thrived across the Indian subcontinent but has seen a drastic decline in population due to habitat loss, hunting, and other anthropogenic factors. It was declared critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in 2011. Conservation efforts have been ramped up over the past decade, with significant initiatives such as the establishment of breeding centers and legal protections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Conservation_Efforts\"><\/span>Previous Conservation Efforts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Historically, various measures have been taken to protect the Great Indian Bustard. This includes the formation of the Desert National Park in Jaisalmer, targeted breeding programs, and community awareness campaigns. Despite these efforts, the bird&#8217;s population continued to decline until recent improvements were observed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_Legal_Frameworks\"><\/span>Role of Legal Frameworks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The inclusion of the Great Indian Bustard under Schedule 1 of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972 and international conventions like CMS and CITES has been pivotal in its conservation. These legal frameworks have provided the necessary protection and resources for focused conservation efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_the_Great_Indian_Bustard_Census_in_Jaisalmer\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from the Great Indian Bustard Census in Jaisalmer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>S.No<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The 2024 waterhole census in Jaisalmer recorded 64 Great Indian Bustards, up from 42 in the previous year.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The waterhole technique is crucial for accurate wildlife population monitoring during extreme heat conditions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The census also highlighted the rich biodiversity of the park, recording over 1,000 Chinkaras, 30 Desert Cats, and more.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The Great Indian Bustard receives the highest level of legal protection under Indian and international laws.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Continued conservation efforts and collaborative initiatives are essential for the survival of the Great Indian Bustard.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jaisalmer Desert Park census<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_FAQs_for_Students_from_this_News\"><\/span>Important FAQs for Students from this News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_is_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\"><\/span><strong>Q1: What is the Great Indian Bustard?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps) is a critically endangered bird species primarily found in the dry grasslands of India. It is known for its large size and distinctive appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Why_is_the_Great_Indian_Bustard_critically_endangered\"><\/span><strong>Q2: Why is the Great Indian Bustard critically endangered?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The Great Indian Bustard is critically endangered due to habitat loss, hunting, and human disturbances. Its population has drastically declined over the past few decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_What_was_the_method_used_in_the_recent_census_of_the_Great_Indian_Bustard\"><\/span><strong>Q3: What was the method used in the recent census of the Great Indian Bustard?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The waterhole census technique was used, which involves monitoring wildlife at water sources during peak summer months when animals regularly visit these spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_How_many_Great_Indian_Bustards_were_recorded_in_the_recent_census\"><\/span><strong>Q4: How many Great Indian Bustards were recorded in the recent census?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The recent census recorded 64 Great Indian Bustards in Jaisalmer&#8217;s National Desert Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 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