GS3 · Practice questions
Environmental Governance
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'The United Nations has declared 2025 as the International Year of Glacier Preservation.' Bring out the ecological and socio-economic significance of glaciers. What are the key challenges in preserving them? What measures have been taken at national and international levels towards preservation of glaciers?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Climate ChangeBiodiversity and Conservation
Plastic pollution is emerging as a serious environmental threat in India. Discuss the various mitigation measures to address this problem and also the government's initiatives in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
PollutionEnvironmental Governance
Why retrofitting Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) in Indian thermal power plants is a more viable and effective option compared to the installation of flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
PollutionEnergy
How can biomanufacturing transform today's consumptive manufacturing paradigm to the one based on regenerative principles? Also discuss how BioE3 Policy (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) aims to foster biomanufacturing in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
BiotechnologyIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
'The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) regime in India remains weak and is often reduced to a procedural formality.' In light of this statement, examine the key challenges in EIA implementation and suggest reforms.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Environmental GovernancePollution
Marine oil spills are a form of environmental disaster, with far-reaching consequences for biodiversity and coastal livelihoods; however, India's preparedness to prevent such incidents and mitigate their impact has significant gaps. Analyze.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Disaster ManagementBiodiversity and Conservation
India today has the twin challenges of economic growth (to meet the development aspirations of a large population, and cutting emissions). Elaborate. How can India balance her commitments to economic growth and environmental preservation?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Climate ChangeInclusive Growth