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APSC Answer Writing (Daily) based on Assam Tribune – 15/12/2025

For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily Answer Writing is vital. This blog covers the most important Main question and its model Answer from the Assam Tribune today (15-12-2025).

GS Mains Question

“Human–elephant conflict in Assam is no longer a wildlife issue alone but a governance and livelihood challenge.”
Discuss in the context of the Palasbari–Rani belt.

Model Answer

Introduction

Human–elephant conflict (HEC) in the Palasbari–Rani belt of Assam has intensified due to habitat degradation, forest–agriculture interface expansion, and elephant movement from adjoining Meghalaya forests. Recent incidents of crop damage and night raids highlight the multidimensional nature of the crisis.

Causes of Human–Elephant Conflict

Habitat Degradation
- Shrinking forest cover and reduced carrying capacity
Food Scarcity
- Loss of natural fodder inside forests
Inter-State Elephant Movement
- Seasonal migration from Meghalaya into Assam
Human Encroachment
- Expansion of agriculture near forest fringes
Weak Early-Warning Systems
- Limited real-time monitoring and response

Impacts

Livelihood Loss
- Repeated crop destruction deepens farmer distress
Human Safety Risks
- Night-time encounters increase casualties and trauma
Conservation Challenges
- Retaliatory actions threaten elephant survival
Governance Stress
- Pressure on Forest Department and district administration

Government Measures

Project Elephant – Habitat protection and corridor management
PMFBY Expansion (2025) – Compensation for wildlife-induced crop loss
CAMPA Funds – Afforestation and habitat restoration
Rapid Response Teams – Conflict mitigation at village level

Way Forward

Restore elephant habitats with native fodder species
Deploy GPS-based early warning systems
Strengthen inter-state coordination with Meghalaya
Promote community-based conflict management
Encourage crop diversification in vulnerable zones

Conclusion

Human–elephant conflict in Assam reflects ecological stress compounded by governance gaps. A shift from reactive relief to preventive, habitat-centric and community-led solutions is essential for sustainable coexistence between humans and wildlife.
Fire safety must be institutionalised as a governance priority, not treated as a post-disaster concern.management.

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