The Indian wolf (Canis lupus pallipes) has gained renewed importance in India’s conservation policy and UPSC Environment preparation. Recent assessments by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) propose recognising it as a distinct species, elevating its global and national conservation significance. This article summarises the IUCN update, threats, protection status, and India’s strategy—crucial …
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