Question 1 · 10 marks · 127 words written
Opening · a definition
IPBES is an independent body that acts as a think tank for efforts on biodiversity conservation. Among other concerns, recent report claims that 40% of amphibian species are threatened with extinction.
Body · points
Important observations • about one-third of reef forming corals are threatened. • increased natural disasters due to global warming • habitat fragmentation - major cause of biodiversity loss. • introduction of invasive alien species such as water hyacinth.
Efforts towards conservation • Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) was adopted in 1992 to conserve biological diversity. • UNESCO Biosphere Reserves • Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 - national parks, wildlife sanctuaries etc • Project Tiger, Project Rhino etc of Indian government.
Close · a summary
Biodiversity loss is detrimental to planet's viability. Global as well as local efforts must pave the way.