Consider the following statements:
1. Operation Save Kurma
2. Operation Softgold
3. Operation Clean Art
4. Operation Birbil
How many of the above operations are led by the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) to curb the illegal trade of wild animals?
Only One
Incorrect AnswerOnly Two
Incorrect AnswerOnly Three
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
All four statements are correct
The Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) of India has undertaken various operations to combat the illegal trade in wildlife.
Operation Save Kurma was aimed at protecting turtles and tortoises,
Operation Softgold targeted the illegal trade in shahtoosh shawls made from the fur of the endangered Tibetan antelope,
Operation Clean Art was designed to prevent the illegal trade of mongoose hair, and Operation Birbil focused on protecting the Indian pangolin. All these operations reflect WCCB's mandate to curb wildlife crimes.
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By: Parvesh Mehta