Union Cabinet gives approval for Raptor MoU
Q. Union Cabinet has approved the MoU on Conservation of Migratory Birds of Prey in Africa and Eurasia. This is called the following:- Published on 31 Dec 15a. Raptor MoU
b. Condor MoU
c. Falcon MoU
d. None of the above
ANSWER: Raptor MoU
Union Cabinet has approved the signing of an MoU on Conservation of Migratory Birds of Prey in Africa and Eurasia referred to as Raptor MoU with Convention on Conservation of Migratory Species. With this, India became the 54th signatory to the MoU. Raptor MoU was concluded on 22nd October 2008 and came into effect from November 1st, 2008. Raptor MoU is in conformity with provisions of the existing Wild Life Protection Act 1972. CMS or Bonn Convention under UNEP aims for the conservation of migratory species. India became a signatory in 1983.
