Question

Which city is to house the 'Vulture Gene Bank', for conservation of the critically endangered species?

• A. Chennai
• B. Mumbai
• C. Mysuru
• D. Bengaluru

Hint:

Vultures play a crucial role as nature's cleanup crew, and their decline has serious ecological consequences.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The correct location is:

1. Mysuru has been selected to house India’s first ’Vulture Gene Bank’ at the Zoological Survey of India’s facility.

2. This conservation initiative focuses on preserving genetic material of critically endangered vulture species like the white-rumped vulture.

3. The gene bank will support breeding programs and research to prevent the extinction of these ecologically important birds. While Bengaluru has significant research institutions, the vulture gene bank is specifically being established in Mysuru.