Recently there was a proposal to translocate some of the lions from their natural habitat in Gujarat to which one of the following sites?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 4 — Kuno Palpur Wildlife Sanctuary
The Ministry of Environment approved Kuno Palpur Wildlife Sanctuary (now Kuno National Park) in Madhya Pradesh as the second home for translocating Asiatic lions from Gir National Park in Gujarat. This translocation was proposed to create a second viable population of Asiatic lions to ensure their long-term survival and reduce the risk of extinction from disease outbreaks or natural disasters at a single location. However, the translocation has faced delays due to various administrative and conservation concerns.
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