XVIII WII-FODS “Wildlife and Environment Quiz” 2024
National Wildlife Week 2024, celebrated from October 2 to October 8, focuses on raising awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and the vital role that biodiversity plays in sustaining ecosystems. National Wildlife Week 2024, themed “Wildlife Conservation Through Co-existence,” emphasizes the importance of harmonizing human activities with wildlife preservation. This theme highlights the need for sustainable practices that allow both wildlife and human populations to thrive together. As urbanization and agricultural expansion increasingly encroach on natural habitats, conflicts between humans and wildlife have become more common. This year’s theme advocates for strategies that promote understanding and collaboration between communities and wildlife, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the environment.
To celebrate this year National Wildlife Week 2024 Wildlife Institute of India, EIACP Centre, WII and The Friends Of The Doon Society (FODS) organized a collaborative XVIII WII-FODS “Wildlife and Environment Quiz” on 01 October, 2024 at Wildlife Institute of India to mark the celebrations of the Wildlife Week 2024.
Nine schools from Dehradun and Mussoorie participated in the preliminary round. The preliminary round had 50 Multiple Choice Questions with 1 Marks for every correct. Top Five scorers in the Preliminary round were adjudged finalists. The Schools selected for the finals were Wynberg Allen, The Oberoi School of Integrated Studies, Doon International School, St. Kabeer Academy and St. Joseph's Academy.
The Oberoi School of Integrated Studies, Dehradun topped the list and won the WII-FODS Sameer Ghosh trophy and Wildlife rolling trophy, and Book Prize. Wynberg Allen School won second prize and St. Joseph's Academy won the third prize.