Mains Answer Writing - 14 Feb, 2026

GS3

Environment & Ecology

10 marks

“The conservation of species in India has increasingly shifted from a species-centric approach to a landscape and community-based model.”
Examine this statement in the context of conservation initiatives for species such as the Snow Leopard, Asiatic Cheetah and Gangetic River Dolphin.

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Define the Shift Clearly
Briefly explain species-centric vs landscape & community-based conservation in the introduction.
Use 3 Compact Examples
- Snow Leopard → landscape + community model
- Asiatic Cheetah → habitat restoration approach
- Gangetic River Dolphin → river-basin conservation
End with Way Forward
Mention corridor protection, community participation, and ecosystem-based conservation.

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