CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Madhya Pradesh regained the top position in the 2018 tiger census after it was found to be home to 526 felines, two more than Karnataka (524). Uttarakhand held the third position with 442 big cats.

Detailed explanation-2: -Madhya Pradesh saw the highest number of tigers at 526, closely followed by Karnataka at 524 with Uttarakhand at number 3 with 442 tigers. It was a moment of pride for the country as it achieved its commitment to the St.

Detailed explanation-3: -According to the tiger census (2018) – conducted once every four years – India has a tiger population of 2, 967. According to the 2018 tiger census, India has a tiger population of 2, 967. The tiger estimation is conducted once every four years.