Asked in a 2026 paperHard

Which country has reportedly auctioned licenses to hunt elephants, to tackle human-animal conflict?

Correct answer: C. Botswana

  • A. Zimbabwe
  • B. Namibia
  • C. Botswana
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Botswana auctioned elephant-hunting licenses after allowing controlled hunting to resume, presenting it as a way to manage human-elephant conflict and raise funds for conservation. Zimbabwe and Namibia also have elephant-hunting policies, but this report concerned Botswana.

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