MAN-MONKEY CONFLICT IN URBAN SPACE: A CASE STUDY OF JIND CITY

Man-monkey conflict is a common problem in Jind City, Haryana, that has been persisting for many years, but until now, no detailed study has been done on man-monkey conflict. This study was conducted in Jind City, Haryana, between July and December 2023. The aim of the study was to understand the man-monkey conflict in Jind City. 200 schedules were prepared and randomly filled out in Jind City. The schedule is divided into two parts: part A, general information about respondents, and part B, respondents’ opinions about the man-monkey conflict. 54 percent of respondents agree that the group size of monkeys is 15–20. 44 percent of respondents say that monkeys attack children more. Mostly, 71 percent of respondents say that monkeys cause economic loss to humans. 78.50 percent agree that monkeys are a form of God. We suggest that the area of Bir Bara Ban Conservation Reserve should be increased. As monkeys lose their natural habitat, they move towards cities. Trees should also be planted. As a result, monkeys will get food as per their requirements and will remain in the forest areas. In this way, we may reduce human-monkey conflict.