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The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) has launched the Global Initiative on the Taking of Migratory Species (GTI).
GTI aims to combat the illegal and unsustainable taking (hunting, trapping, fishing) of migratory wildlife.
The initiative was unveiled during the 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) of CMS.
It underscores the global commitment to protect species that cross national borders, facing threats from illicit exploitation.
The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), also known as the Bonn Convention, is an international treaty under the aegis of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It provides a global platform for the conservation and sustainable use of migratory animals and their habitats worldwide. It aims to conserve terrestrial, aquatic, and avian migratory species throughout their range.
Simple Analogy: Imagine an international agreement where countries work together to protect animals that travel across many borders, like birds flying south for winter or whales migrating through oceans, ensuring they are safe wherever they go.
An intergovernmental treaty dedicated to the conservation of migratory species and their habitats.
GTI directly addresses a component of IWT, focusing on the 'taking' (hunting, trapping, fishing) of migratory species. IWT is a major global crime, often linked to organized crime, and is also addressed by CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora).
The initiative contributes to broader global biodiversity conservation goals, aligning with targets set under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, by protecting key species and their ecological roles.
GS-III Environment & Ecology: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. GS-II International Relations: International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate.
General Awareness: International organizations, environmental initiatives.
General Awareness: Environmental news, international conventions.
General Science/GK: Environmental conservation, international bodies.
General Awareness: International agreements, environmental issues.
The term 'M-STrIPES' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
Answer: Maintenance of Tiger Reserves
With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention. 2. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Answer: 2 only
Consider the following statements: Once the Central Government notifies an area as a 'Community Reserve' 1. the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State becomes the governing authority of such forest 2. hunting is not allowed in such area 3. people of such area are allowed to collect non-timber forest produce 4. people of such area are allowed traditional agricultural practices How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: Only one
Medium-High for UPSC (environmental conventions), Medium for other exams.
Animals that cyclically and predictably move from one habitat to another, often across national borders.
Unauthorized hunting, trapping, fishing, or harvesting of wildlife, violating national or international laws.
The supreme decision-making body of an international convention, where member states meet to review progress and make decisions.