Source: HT
Context: India officially joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), a global initiative launched by Prime Minister Modi on April 9, 2023, during the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger.
The IBCA aims to conserve big cats like tigers, lions, and cheetahs. India is among four founding members, alongside Nicaragua, Eswatini, and Somalia. With headquarters in India, the alliance will collaborate with 24 countries and nine organizations to protect big cats and their habitats, promoting sustainable resource use and addressing climate challenges.
About Global Alliance for Big Cats:
Context: India has proposed to launch a mega global alliance to protect big cats and assured support over five years with guaranteed funding of $100 million (over Rs 800 crore).
About International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
