CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -About the Park. The Gir Forests-the largest compact tract of dry deciduous forests in the semi-arid western part of India is the last abode of the big and regal predator, Asiatic lion (Panthera leo persica), an endangered animal species.

Detailed explanation-2: -Asiatic lion The lion population increased from 411 individuals in 2010 to 674 in 2020, and all of them live in or around Gir National Park. In 1900 it was estimated that the population was as low as 100, and the Asiatic lion was declared a protected species. A census in 1936 recorded 289 animals.

Detailed explanation-3: -Home to the ever-charming Asiatic Lions, the Gir National Park is the only national park in India that nurtures these royal animals. It covers a total area of 258 square kilometres specially regarded as the protected area for these lions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park is renowned for possessing the lion’s share (excuse the pun) of fierce felines and is often described as ‘big cat country’ in recognition of its large lion population.

Detailed explanation-5: –The Asiatic lions are kept under strict protection inside the Gir National Park that is located in the southwestern region of the Kathiawar Peninsula.-Apart from Africa, the only place in the world where you can spot lions roaming in the wild is Gir National Park, Gujarat.