{"id":46609,"date":"2026-02-16T20:53:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T15:23:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=46609"},"modified":"2026-02-16T20:53:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T15:23:36","slug":"pangolin-protection-nagaland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/","title":{"rendered":"Pangolin Protection Nagaland: Naga Community Bans Hunting to Boost Wildlife Conservation"},"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 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#Pangolin_Protection_Nagaland_news_United_Sangtam_Likhum_Pumji_bans_hunting_and_trade_of_pangolins_strengthening_community-led_wildlife_conservation_in_Northeast_India\" >Pangolin Protection Nagaland news: United Sangtam Likhum Pumji bans hunting and trade of pangolins, strengthening community-led wildlife conservation in Northeast India.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#Naga_Community_Bans_Pangolin_Hunting_in_Nagaland_%E2%80%93_A_Strong_Boost_to_Wildlife_Conservation\" >Naga Community Bans Pangolin Hunting in Nagaland \u2013 A Strong Boost to Wildlife Conservation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%A7%A0_Why_This_News_is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >\ud83e\udde0 Why This News is Important for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Important_Wildlife_Conservation_Update\" >\ud83d\udccc Important Wildlife Conservation Update<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Community%E2%80%91Driven_Conservation_Model\" >\ud83d\udccc Community\u2011Driven Conservation Model<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Relevance_to_Environmental_Laws\" >\ud83d\udccc Relevance to Environmental Laws<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Link_to_India%E2%80%93Myanmar_Border_Issues\" >\ud83d\udccc Link to India\u2013Myanmar Border Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Models_of_Sustainable_Development\" >\ud83d\udccc Models of Sustainable Development<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%9C_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcdc 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-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%8C%B1_Background_on_Pangolins_and_Legal_Protection\" >\ud83c\udf31 Background on Pangolins and Legal Protection<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%AA%B6_Community_Conservation_in_Northeast_India\" >\ud83e\udeb6 Community Conservation in Northeast India<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%8C%90_Link_to_Anti%E2%80%91Trafficking_Projects\" >\ud83c\udf10 Link to Anti\u2011Trafficking Projects<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CNaga_Community_Bans_Pangolin_Hunting_in_Nagaland%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from \u201cNaga Community Bans Pangolin Hunting in Nagaland\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#1_What_is_the_recent_decision_taken_by_the_Naga_community_regarding_pangolins\" >1. What is the recent decision taken by the Naga community regarding pangolins?<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#2_Why_are_pangolins_considered_endangered\" >2. Why are pangolins considered endangered?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#3_Under_which_laws_are_pangolins_protected_in_India\" >3. Under which laws are pangolins protected in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#4_How_does_community_governance_help_in_conservation\" >4. How does community governance help in conservation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#5_Which_districts_in_Nagaland_are_part_of_this_initiative\" >5. Which districts in Nagaland are part of this initiative?<\/a><\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#6_Which_organizations_support_anti-pangolin_trafficking_initiatives\" >6. Which organizations support anti-pangolin trafficking initiatives?<\/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\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#7_How_does_this_news_relate_to_exams_like_UPSC_and_SSC\" >7. How does this news relate to exams like UPSC and SSC?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nagaland\/pangolin-protection-nagaland\/#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=\"Pangolin_Protection_Nagaland_news_United_Sangtam_Likhum_Pumji_bans_hunting_and_trade_of_pangolins_strengthening_community-led_wildlife_conservation_in_Northeast_India\"><\/span>Pangolin Protection Nagaland news: United Sangtam Likhum Pumji bans hunting and trade of pangolins, strengthening community-led wildlife conservation in Northeast India.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Naga_Community_Bans_Pangolin_Hunting_in_Nagaland_%E2%80%93_A_Strong_Boost_to_Wildlife_Conservation\"><\/span><strong>Naga Community Bans Pangolin Hunting in Nagaland \u2013 A Strong Boost to Wildlife Conservation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a major wildlife protection move, the <strong>United Sangtam Likhum Pumji (USLP)<\/strong> \u2014 the apex tribal body of the Sangtam Naga community in Nagaland \u2014 has passed a resolution <strong>banning the hunting and trade of pangolins<\/strong> within its areas of jurisdiction. This decisive resolution marks a crucial milestone in community\u2011led wildlife conservation in India\u2019s Northeast region, renowned for its rich biodiversity and ecological significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The resolution focuses on the plight of <em>pangolins<\/em> \u2014 elusive, nocturnal mammals often dubbed the <strong>world\u2019s most trafficked animal<\/strong> due to high demand for their scales and meat in illegal markets. Despite being protected under national wildlife laws, pangolins continue to face severe threats from poaching and illicit trade, particularly along the porous <strong>India\u2013Myanmar border<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leading this initiative, the USLP has utilised its strong traditional governance structures to foster conservation awareness and community accountability. By formally prohibiting pangolin hunting and related activities, the tribal body not only reinforces legal protection but also empowers local communities as custodians of their natural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This movement is closely tied to the <strong>Countering Pangolin Trafficking Project<\/strong>, spearheaded by the <em>Wildlife Trust of India (WTI)<\/em> with support from the <em>Wildlife Conservation Network\u2019s Pangolin Crisis Fund<\/em>. The project aims to curb illegal wildlife trade practices through community engagement, strengthened enforcement and monitoring of trafficking networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nagaland\u2019s Sangtam region \u2014 particularly in <strong>Kiphire and Tuensang districts<\/strong> \u2014 forms part of the <strong>Indo\u2011Myanmar biodiversity hotspot<\/strong>, which is globally recognised for its unique ecosystem and species diversity. The inclusion of tribal institutions in conservation efforts is proving transformative, as traditional governance complements formal wildlife laws, leading to sustainable outcomes on the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community leaders emphasise that this step enhances not only environmental protection but also cultural preservation, as the pangolin is part of local ecosystems and folklore. Their resolution sets a precedent for other indigenous communities across the Northeast to take ownership of wildlife conservation in their homelands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Pangolin-Protection-Nagaland\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Pangolin Protection Nagaland\" title=\"Pangolin Protection Nagaland\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pangolin Protection Nagaland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%A0_Why_This_News_is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>\ud83e\udde0 <strong>Why This News is Important for Government Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Important_Wildlife_Conservation_Update\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Important Wildlife Conservation Update<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This news holds high significance for students preparing for competitive government exams \u2014 especially in sections like <strong>Environment &amp; Ecology, Static GK, and Current Affairs<\/strong>. The community\u2011led ban on pangolin hunting in Nagaland reflects India\u2019s grassroots efforts in protecting endangered species, aligning with national and global biodiversity commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Community%E2%80%91Driven_Conservation_Model\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Community\u2011Driven Conservation Model<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike top\u2011down government policies, this resolution showcases how <em>indigenous governance structures<\/em> can effectively enforce conservation measures. This is a key example of decentralised environmental protection that is increasingly recognised in UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State Service exam syllabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Relevance_to_Environmental_Laws\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Relevance to Environmental Laws<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pangolins are protected under the <strong>Wildlife Protection Act, 1972<\/strong> and listed in <strong>CITES Appendix I<\/strong>, highlighting international and national legal frameworks against wildlife trafficking. Understanding this can directly aid aspirants in environment law questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Link_to_India%E2%80%93Myanmar_Border_Issues\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Link to India\u2013Myanmar Border Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The news also brings focus to the <strong>India\u2013Myanmar border<\/strong> as a critical corridor for wildlife trafficking. This overlaps with topics such as border security, transnational crime and ecological hotspots \u2014 relevant to civil services and defence exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Models_of_Sustainable_Development\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Models of Sustainable Development<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This move represents an intersection of culture, ecology, and governance \u2014 a recurring theme in questions about <em>sustainable development goals<\/em>, community participation and conservation strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcdc <strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B1_Background_on_Pangolins_and_Legal_Protection\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf31 <strong>Background on Pangolins and Legal Protection<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pangolins \u2014 also called <em>scaly anteaters<\/em> \u2014 are unique mammals known for their protective keratin scales. Due to heavy demand in illegal wildlife markets (especially for scales believed to have medicinal value), pangolins have become critically endangered. Internationally, all pangolin species are listed under <strong>Appendix I of CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species)<\/strong>, meaning commercial trade is banned globally. In India, pangolins enjoy <strong>highest protection under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%AA%B6_Community_Conservation_in_Northeast_India\"><\/span>\ud83e\udeb6 <strong>Community Conservation in Northeast India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Indigenous tribal councils in Nagaland and neighbouring Manipur have long managed forest resources through customary laws. In recent years, groups such as <strong>Pujenvong Council in Kiphire<\/strong> and <strong>Tangkhul Naga bodies in Manipur<\/strong> have passed similar bans on pangolin hunting, signalling a broader movement of <em>community\u2011based wildlife protection<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%90_Link_to_Anti%E2%80%91Trafficking_Projects\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf10 <strong>Link to Anti\u2011Trafficking Projects<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organisations like the <em>Wildlife Trust of India<\/em> and <em>Wildlife Conservation Network<\/em> have guided community awareness campaigns and enforcement efforts along India\u2019s northeastern borders, historically hotspots for wildlife trafficking routes. These efforts build on sustained conservation strategies aimed at countering illegal wildlife trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CNaga_Community_Bans_Pangolin_Hunting_in_Nagaland%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca <strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cNaga Community Bans Pangolin Hunting in Nagaland\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Sr. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The United Sangtam Likhum Pumji (USLP) has banned pangolin hunting and trade in Nagaland.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Pangolins are among the most trafficked mammals globally, targeted for scales and meat.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The move is part of the Countering Pangolin Trafficking Project led by Wildlife Trust of India.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Nagaland\u2019s tribal governance structures are key to enforcing local conservation laws.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>This community\u2011led initiative strengthens India\u2019s wildlife protection efforts under national and global frameworks.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pangolin Protection Nagaland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_recent_decision_taken_by_the_Naga_community_regarding_pangolins\"><\/span>1. What is the recent decision taken by the Naga community regarding pangolins?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The United Sangtam Likhum Pumji (USLP) has <strong>banned hunting and trade of pangolins<\/strong> in its areas, making it a major step for wildlife conservation in Nagaland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_are_pangolins_considered_endangered\"><\/span>2. Why are pangolins considered endangered?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pangolins are heavily poached for their <strong>scales and meat<\/strong>, which are in demand in illegal wildlife markets. They are among the <strong>world\u2019s most trafficked mammals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Under_which_laws_are_pangolins_protected_in_India\"><\/span>3. Under which laws are pangolins protected in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pangolins are protected under the <strong>Wildlife Protection Act, 1972<\/strong> and are listed in <strong>CITES Appendix I<\/strong>, banning commercial trade internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_does_community_governance_help_in_conservation\"><\/span>4. How does community governance help in conservation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tribal councils like USLP <strong>enforce traditional laws<\/strong> and involve local communities in monitoring and protecting wildlife, complementing government policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_districts_in_Nagaland_are_part_of_this_initiative\"><\/span>5. Which districts in Nagaland are part of this initiative?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Kiphire and Tuensang districts<\/strong> in Nagaland\u2019s Sangtam region are key areas where pangolin protection efforts are being implemented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_organizations_support_anti-pangolin_trafficking_initiatives\"><\/span>6. Which organizations support anti-pangolin trafficking initiatives?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Wildlife Trust of India (WTI)<\/strong> and <strong>Wildlife Conservation Network\u2019s Pangolin Crisis Fund<\/strong> provide funding, awareness, and monitoring support to curb illegal trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_does_this_news_relate_to_exams_like_UPSC_and_SSC\"><\/span>7. 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