Current Affairs: Passage of the Day - 4 May 2024 | Current Affairs & General Knowledge - CLAT PDF Download

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India on Wednesday expressed interest in acquiring more cheetahs from Kenya, a proposal initiated by the Environment Ministry during the state visit of Kenyan President, Dr. William Samoei Ruto.  
Details regarding the desired number of cheetahs that India seeks, the potential supply from Kenya, and the timeline for the acquisition have not been discussed yet. However, an official from the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the Environment Ministry has formally requested the  cheetahs Currently, Kuno National Park is home to 15 surviving cheetahs.
During the visit, India and Kenya signed five Memoranda of Understanding covering agriculture, healthcare, and other sectors. Discussions also included topics such as maritime security, healthcare, and education. Kenya has chosen to join the Global Bio fuels Alliance, Big Cats Alliance, and International Solar Alliance.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “I am glad that Kenya has decided to join the Global Bio fuels Alliance, Big Cat Alliance, and International Solar Alliance. We will be able to strengthen global efforts for the conservation of big cats.”
India has committed to providing an additional $100 million line of credit to Kenya for agricultural projects, including support through the provision of machinery, bringing the total line of credit to $250 million. During the visit, President Ruto met with PM Modi and President Draupadi Murmu. PM Modi emphasised the unanimous agreement between India and Kenya on considering terrorism as the most serious challenge to humanity. In response, both countries have decided to enhance mutual cooperation in the field of counter-terrorism.
India  also raised the issue of 2 Indian nationals who went missing in Kenya in July 2022. Identified as Zulfiqar A Khan and Zaid S Kidwai  who were reportedly abducted. President Ruto commended India’s digital advancements, announcing Kenya’s intention to sign agreements in the digital space.
[Excerpt from Indian Express “India, Kenya to Discuss Cheetah Sourcing for Wildlife Sanctuary” Dated 04/05/24]

Q1: What is the primary objective of Project Cheetah?
(a) To study the behavior of cheetahs in Indian ecosystems
(b) To reintroduce cheetahs to India and establish a sustainable population
(c) To protect cheetahs from poaching in African countries
(d) To train local communities in cheetah conservation efforts

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Ans: (b) To reintroduce cheetahs to India and establish a sustainable population
Sol: The primary objective of Project Cheetah is to reintroduce cheetahs to India and establish a sustainable population after their local extinction in 1952.

Q2: Where is the Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary located?
(a) Karnataka
(b) Madhya Pradesh
(c) Rajasthan
(d) Gujarat

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Ans: (b) Madhya Pradesh
Sol: The Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary is located in Madhya Pradesh.

Q3: How many cheetahs were translocated from Namibia to Kuno National Park in September 2022?
(a) 10
(b) 8
(c) 5
(d) 15

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Ans: (b) 8
Sol: In September 2022, eight African cheetahs were translocated from Namibia to Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh.

Q4: What is the unique feature of cheetahs' claws?
(a) They are retractable
(b) They are longer than those of other big cats
(c) They are adapted for climbing trees
(d) They cannot be fully retracted

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Ans: (d) They cannot be fully retracted
Sol: Cheetahs are the only cats that cannot fully retract their claws, as it is an adaptation for better traction while running.

Q5: Which of the following animals is NOT mentioned as being present in the Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary?
(a) Sloth bear
(b) Tiger
(c) Nilgai
(d) Leopard

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Ans: (b) Tiger
Sol: Sloth bear, nilgai, and leopard as animals present in the Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary, but tigers are not mentioned.