Er.... are we speaking about problems snakes face in India, or are we speaking about problems humans face because of snakes in India?

I hate to be sarcastic, but really it is not so much about snake problems in India, as knowing how to be watchful about snakes and other hazards in the outdoors.

India has plenty of snakes. Most of them are non-poisonous, but you never know which is the o­ne you meet. There are many who have spent years in the outdoors, and never come across a snake. Others seem to be snake magnets. Whatever category you end up in, it makes sense to read up about snakes in general, and take general precautions in any case.

Snakes mostly keep to themselves. We are not a size that can be edible for them, so they generall don't bother humans, unless disturbed. Even when disturbed, most snakes want to flee, so as long as you take care to remain away and give them the opportunity, they will prefer to flee.

If you are the type that wants to get close ups of a viper that is already feeling trapped in a corner..... *shrug* you see what I mean about problems snakes face? Still, its lucky. It could just as easily be encountering someone wanting to stone it to death just for being visible.

Folks, stay cool. Give them space, enjoy them when you see them, and let them go. I haven't run into any serious snake attacks in the wild. All the snake bites I know are mostly from snakes being handles, or a few cases where they accidentally came under someone's foot. These situations can be avoided by being alert.

Yes. Raka began his career with them, and remained with them for over eight years. He still works for them in an emergency out of respect, though it is extremely rare now.

You had better ask the babbler. I don't bring him home with me as a rule.

This is an example of the questions I sometimes get. I am leaving this here as an example, but really, if you'd like to get reasonable answers, ask reasonable questions.