AIR 57 · CSE 2022 · GS3 · 52 pages

Aditi Varshney: GS3 answer copy

20 answers by Aditi Varshney, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1What 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
  2. Q2How can Conservation Agriculture (CA) prevent loss of arable land while regenerating degraded land? Suggest some ecologically sustainable agricultural methods that can be adopted to minimize the effects of climate change on agriculture.10 marks
  3. Q3What do you understand by climate change hotspots? Identify the major climate change hotspots of India and the threats associated with them.10 marks
  4. Q4Towns that are resilient, liveable, productive and sustainable are based on the foundation of sound urban water management. Comment.10 marks
  5. Q5The 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
  6. Q65G can help achieve the goal of inclusive growth of Indian economy. Discuss.10 marks
  7. Q7Do you think Nuclear Energy can play an important role in helping India meet its Net Zero Emission commitment?10 marks
  8. Q8In what ways can biotechnology help in dealing with 21st century's global challenges?10 marks
  9. Q9What are Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)? Write down its applications in real life?10 marks
  10. Q10What do you understand by Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Discuss the significance of AI in the implementation of National Education Policy 2020.10 marks
  11. Q11Provide a brief account of the vulnerability of India to cyclone-related hazards. With reference to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines, discuss the measures that need to be adopted to mitigate the impact of cyclones.15 marks
  12. Q12How do E-Waste (Management) Rules address the issue of E-waste recycling in India? Also, discuss the various impacts of e-waste on the environment.15 marks
  13. Q13What are the salient features of the National Policy on Biofuels, 2018? Enumerate the benefits of deriving energy from biofuels in contrast to conventional energy generation.15 marks
  14. Q14What are the various causes and effects of fire disasters in urban area? Enumerate the initiatives of the Government of India to deal with such incidents.15 marks
  15. Q15Discuss 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
  16. Q16Private sector participation in the space sector will help place India's space industry on the same pedestal as its global competitors. In this context, discuss the steps taken by the government to facilitate private sector participation and challenges faced by the private sector in this regard.15 marks
  17. Q17What is a deep tech startup? Discuss challenges in the development of deep tech startup ecosystem in India? Also, give suggestions to address the challenges.15 marks
  18. Q18What is xenotransplantation? Does it have the potential to become the future of Organ transplantation?15 marks
  19. Q19What are the different types of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)? Discuss the significance of a strong IPR regime in India.15 marks
  20. Q20Discuss the opportunities and challenges faced by the semiconductor industry in India. In what ways can the "India Semiconductor Mission" help in achieving Atmanirbhar Bharat?15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 171 words written

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.

Opening

Indian state of forests Report 2021 was released by Ministry of Environment as a 2 yearly survey report on the state of Tree and forest cover in India.

Body · points

Key findings

  1. India's forest area has increased to 21% from earlier 21.67% in 2019 report.

  2. Tree cover has increased from 2.8% to 2.9% (i.e forest areas plus the standalone trees).

  3. North east has seen a net reduction in forest area (due to construction) => Cause of concern

  4. Andhra pradesh, Telangana have increased areas under forest now.

  5. Animal corridors have seen a rise in tree cover. (Tiger Reserve corridors)

  6. Mangrove cover has increased as well.

However the figures are still not Satisfactory because:

-> The Statistics are taken by satellites and official Records

-> differs on ground reality

-> The increased area too is very less to achieve Afforestation targets

Close · a way forward

Steps like strengthening afforestation under CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority) obligations, conducting EIA etc should be taken up to meet our Environment conservation targets