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Biodiversity and Conservation
20 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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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
Discuss the importance of integrating traditional ecological knowledge of India's tribal communities with modern disaster management frameworks. Mention two examples where indigenous practices have contributed to disaster resilience.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
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
Examine the environmental impacts of oil spills on marine and coastal ecosystems. What are the various methods used for cleaning-up of oil spills?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
PollutionBiodiversity and Conservation
Wetlands play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance, yet they face several anthropogenic and climate-related threats. Discuss. What steps have been undertaken by the Government of India to conserve and promote wetlands?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
What are the major drivers of glacial retreat in the Arctic? Describe the potential impact of the retreat of Arctic glaciers on the ecosystem.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Climate ChangeBiodiversity and Conservation
Forest fires in India are increasing in frequency and intensity, posing severe ecological and economic challenges. Describe the various causes of forest fires. What measures are followed to prevent and manage forest fires in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationDisaster Management
What are run of the river hydroelectric projects? How far can run of the river hydroelectric projects balance ecological conservation with socio-economic development?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
EnergyBiodiversity and Conservation
Recent studies indicate that the 2014-2024 decade is the warmest decade and 2024 is the warmest year on record. In the light of rapid global warming, what are the impacts of climate change on biodiversity? Discuss the measures needed to ensure ecological resilience and conservation of species diversity.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
In line with the country's efforts to explore the depths of the ocean and harness the resources it holds, the Indian government has proposed a deep-sea exploration mission Samudrayaan. How can this mission contribute to the advancement of ocean science and technology in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
The discovery of Indian Laurel Trees in Andhra Pradesh has sparked the interest of scientists in the capacity of trees to store and release water. In this context, explain the science behind the process of water transportation and storage in trees.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Biodiversity and Conservation
Warming ocean temperatures, oxygen loss and ocean acidification form a deadly trio for marine ecosystem that can have irreversible repercussions for environment as well as economy. Elucidate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
Discuss the impact of wildfires on the ecosystem. Describe the significance of the UNEP's Fire Ready Formula in dealing with the menace of wildfires.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Unsustainable tourism practices have in the recent past led to huge stress on the natural resources of ecologically fragile and sensitive areas such as the Himalayan states, Western Ghats etc.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Explain the purpose of "Mangrove Alliance for Climate" launched at COP 27. Elaborate on importance of mangroves in maintaining coastal ecology of tropical nations.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
The recent IPCC report highlighted loss of over 60% of flora and fauna since last century can largely be traced to increased development on cost of environment degradation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Why is biopiracy a cause of great concern to the existing traditional knowledge of the developing world? What steps have been taken by the government of India for protecting the existing traditional Indian knowledge?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Intellectual PropertyBiotechnology
What are run-off the river hydroelectric projects? How can run off the river hydroelectric projects balance ecological conservation with socio-economic development?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyInfrastructure
Discuss how the Biodiversity Act, 2002 and recently notified Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025 promote access and benefit sharing while ensuring growth of traditional industries.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance