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UPSC CSE 2026 · PYQ · Forest Conservation / REDD+ Projects · hard

Which of the following is India's first Plan Vivo certified Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) project ?

  1. A.Uttarakhand REDD+ Project
  2. B.ICFRE-ICIMOD Transboundary REDD+ Project in North-East Himalayas
  3. C.Khasi Hills Community REDD+ Project✓ Correct
  4. D.Sikkim Mamley Kamrang Community REDD+ Project

Explanation

The Khasi Hills Community REDD+ Project in Meghalaya was India's first Plan Vivo certified REDD+ project. Launched in 2011 and certified in 2013, it covers community-managed forests in the Khasi Hills and is led by the indigenous Khasi communities through the Federation of Khasi Hills, working with Community Forestry International. Plan Vivo is an international standard for community-based projects in payments for ecosystem services. The project has helped conserve dense forest cover while providing livelihood support to local communities.
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