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Find out the information about the qualification and eligibility required in the profession related to wild life such as:
Forest officer / Ranger
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Solution
To become a forest officer/ ranger, one needs to have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, medical or science, preferably in forestry or agriculture. In India, it is mandatory for the candidates to clear the relevant Civil Services Examination for the post of Forest Officer.
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