In August 2025, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) released India’s first-ever Grassland Bird Census conducted in Kaziranga National Park, Assam. Which of the following statements is/are not correct? The Grassland Bird Census was carried out at Kaziranga National Park from March 18 to May 25, 2025, with surveyors using advanced acoustic technology to record bird sounds across multiple locations. The survey recorded around 43 species of grassland birds, which included 1 Critically Endangered, 2 Endangered, and 6 Vulnerable species, highlighting the biodiversity significance of Kaziranga’s ecosystem. The methodology relied primarily on visual sighting-based surveys and manual documentation.

The correct answer is Only 3. In News Kaziranga conducts India’s first-ever Grassland Bird Census using acoustic and AI-based technology. Key Points The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) released India’s first-ever Grassland Bird Census at an official event held in Kaziranga (Assam). Statement 1 is correct – Kaziranga National Park (Assam) conducted the census from March 18 to May 25, 2025, usingacoustic technology to identify and monitor various grassland bird species. The recorders monitored 29 locations usingsix recorders in a 3-day cycle. Statement 2 is correct – 43 grassland species recorded, including 1 Critically Endangered, 2 Endangered, 6 Vulnerable species. Statement 3 is incorrect – The methodology used Spectrogram Analysis and AI-based BirdNET software, not just visual/manual methods. This marks India’s first formal grassland bird census. Event was under direct supervision of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) Highlights government focus on strengthening biodiversity research. Additional Information Kaziranga National Park – UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for one-horned rhinoceroses. BirdNET – AI-based software developed for automated bird call analysis. IUCN Red List – Categorises species as Critically Endangered, Endangered, Vulnerable, etc. Grasslands – Important habitats supporting unique biodiversity, declining due to urbanisation and agriculture expansion.