GS3 · Practice questions
Biodiversity and Conservation
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Explain the purpose of the "Mangrove Alliance for Climate" launched at the COP27 UN Climate Change Conference in Egypt in November 2022. Elaborate on the importance of mangroves in maintaining the coastal ecology of tropical nations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
What are the key lessons for disaster management and environmental conservation in the Himalayan region, in light of the recent disaster in Joshimath, Uttarakhand?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Disaster ManagementEnvironmental Governance
Evaluate the role of protected areas in biodiversity conservation in India. How effective have national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and biosphere reserves been in preserving India's biodiversity?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Project cheetah marks a departure from India's efforts for conservation of various critically-endangered species. In this perspective, do you think the reintroduction of major fauna that has gone extinct is justified?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Biodiversity and Conservation
Marine litter is not just an environmental issue but poses a socio-economic challenge as well. Discuss. Also, enumerate the initiatives taken by the global community to reduce marine litter.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
PollutionBiodiversity and Conservation
The frequency of marine heatwaves has increased in the Indian ocean in the recent times. In this context, account for the causes and impact of marine heatwaves.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Climate ChangeBiodiversity and Conservation
What is Land Degradation Neutrality? In what ways it can act as a centrepiece in achieving the goals of Sustainable Development Goal by India. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
Discuss how the reintroduction of Cheetah in India will not only help in the conservation of the species but will also be a boon to the ecosystem. Also, mention the challenges faced in the reintroduction of the Cheetah.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Biodiversity and Conservation
What are the key findings of the India State of Forest Report 2021 prepared by the Forest Survey of India (FSI)? Discuss the major changes in the forest area in India compared to the India State of Forest Report 2019.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Biodiversity and Conservation
Discuss the extent of biodiversity loss and its multi-faceted impacts. What steps have been taken at the national and international levels to arrest biodiversity loss?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Biodiversity and Conservation