Dr. Purnima Devi Barman is an Indian wildlife biologist who leads the "Hargila Army" conservation initiative dedicated to protecting the Greater Adjutant Stork. She received the Whitley Award (often called the 'Green Oscar') in 2022 and was subsequently honoured with the Whitley Gold Award in 2024 for her continued outstanding work in conservation.
Which Indian received the 'Green Oscar' Whitley Gold Award, 2024 ?
Asked in UPSC Combined Section Officer 2024 · Topic: Biodiversity (IUCN Red List Categories and Important Species Conservation Initiatives)
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