Landowners often complain that hunters

make too much noise

do not get written permission to hunt

leave litter behind

All of the above

Correct Answer : do not get written permission to hunt

Landowners often complain that hunters :

* Don’t get permission to hunt.

* Don’t tell the landowners when they arrive at or leave the property.

* Make too much noise.

* Leave litter behind.

* Carry loaded firearms in vehicles.

* Drive off the ranch roads.

* Don’t leave gates as they were found (open or shut) when the hunter arrived.

* Shoot too close to neighbors or livestock.

* Leave fires unattended.

* Violate game laws.

* Drink alcohol. Alcohol should NEVER be part of a hunt.

Published On : June 29, 2021

Recent Updates in World Geography - General Knowledge Questions

Q .

In which year was the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) formed?

2006

2007

2008

2009

Correct Answer : 2007

The Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) was formed on June 6, 2007, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

The WCCB is headquartered in New Delhi and plays a crucial role in combating organized wildlife crime in India.

It became fully operational in 2008 and focuses on various functions such as data collection, advisory roles, and international cooperation to curb wildlife offences and prevent illegal trade.

Published On : July 27, 2024

Category : World Geography

Q .

What is the temperature target that Azerbaijan's COP29 Climate Finance Action Fund aims to help nations meet?

1.5�C

1.7�C

1.8�C

2.0�C

Correct Answer : 1.5�C

Azerbaijan's COP29 has announced the Climate Finance Action Fund (CFAF) to support green projects in developing countries, specifically aiming to help member nations achieve the 1.5°C temperature target.

This target is crucial for mitigating the severe impacts of climate change and aligns with international climate agreements.

The CFAF, funded by contributions from fossil fuel producers and other sources, will focus on financing clean energy technology and enhancing climate resilience.

This initiative highlights the urgent need for collective action to limit global temperature rise and safeguard the planet's future.

Published On : July 25, 2024

Category : World Geography

Q .

'Gaziantep castle' is located in which country?

Germany

Egypt

Saudi Arabia

Turkey

Correct Answer : Turkey

With Turkey still counting its death toll and struggling to come to terms with the scale of the tragedy, the 2,000-year-old Roman-era "Gaziantep Castle", a historic site and tourist attraction in Turkiye has suffered massive damages.

The Gaziantep Castle, located in the heart of the city faced the wrath of earthquake that struck in the early hours of February 06, 2023.

About Gaziantep Castle :

* It is located on a hilltop in southern Turkey’s city of Gaziantep.

* It is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

* It was first built by the Hittite Empire as an observation point and later built into a main castle by the Roman Empire in the 2nd and 3rd century AD.

* The castle underwent further expansion and renovation under the Byzantine emperor Justinianus (called the "Architect of Castles") between 527 and 565 AD.

* The Ottomans repaired the castle over time, but it got a second full overhaul by Egyptian Sultan Qaitbay in 1481.

* The castle took its final shape in 2000 and has been renovated many times.

Features :

* The castle has the shape of an irregular circle.

* It has 12 towers that house living quarters for soldiers and various other chambers such as stables, prison cells, storerooms for treasure troves, or barracks for troops.

* The walls are made from stone and span 1200 meters in circumference.

Source : Times of India