India was awarded a Certificate of Commendation by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 2017 (following the CITES COP17 in 2016) for its efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade. This recognition was specifically for 'Operation Save Kurma', an initiative aimed at conserving turtles and tortoises, which are frequently targeted in illegal trade.
India awarded Certificate of Commendation by CITES for its effort to combat illegal wildlife trade during 2017 for which of the following operations ?
Asked in OPSC CS Prelims 2019 · Topic: Forest and Wildlife (International conventions and agreements related to forest and wildlife conservation (e.g., CITES, CBD))
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