· To conserve native and endangered animals, crops, marine and biological species, Maharashtra has decided to set up a gene bank project. · The ‘Maharashtra Gene Bank Project’ will work on seven themes -- marine, crop, veterinary, freshwater, grassland biodiversity, protection and management of forest right areas, and regeneration of forests. · It will tap into indigenous knowledge resources, work on documenting these species and the knowledge of local communities and preserve these genetic and molecular samples. In the next five years, an amount of ₹172.39 crore will be spent on these seven focus areas. · The project will also focus on mitigating the impact on the food chain due to climate change. The project will be implemented by the Maharashtra State Biodiversity Board (MSBB) and will be overseen by committees under the chief secretary and the principal secretary (forests).
Which prominent Indian personality is associated with the book 'Memories Never Die', recently unveiled by Union Minister Amit Shah?
How many digits does the IFSC code contain?
In which of the following state Murlen National park is located?
Which of the following is the only large river in the Indian desert?
Where was Sant Ravidas born?
On which day is Krishna Janmashtami celebrated during the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada?
In which Indian state is the Pagladia Dam Project located?
Lending money and collection of the principal and interest are classified on the statement of cash flows as investing activities.
In which year did the Government of India decide to observe National Handloom Day annually on August 7th?
What Temple is also known as Peacock Island Temple?
