What scheme has been launched to address human-elephant conflict in Assam?

The Correct Answer is Gaja Mitra Scheme . In News Assam Cabinet approves Gaja Mitra Scheme to tackle human-elephant conflict. Key Points The Assam Cabinet , chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma , has approved major decisions related to wildlife conflict , healthcare , and student welfare . The government will launch the Gaja Mitra Scheme in eight high-risk districts to tackle human-elephant conflict . Community-based rapid response teams , each with eight local members , will operate in 80 conflict-prone villages , especially during paddy cultivation season , to ensure safe elephant movement and protect livelihoods . Remuneration of village heads will increase from Rs 9,000 to Rs 14,000 per month, effective from October 1 . A new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) mandates private hospitals to release deceased patients’ bodies within 2 hours of death certification. Non-compliance will lead to penalties . Under the Prerona Aasoni Scheme , Class 10 students appearing for the 2026 HSLC exams will get a monthly allowance of ₹300 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) .