Environment section is a nightmare for most UPSC aspirants. Candidates are clueless not only due to the lack of quality materials or textbooks for the same but also due to the lack of proper guidance to tackle the environment related topics like Biodiversity. These topics are very vast, and hence … [Read more...] about The Growing Importance of Environment Section in UPSC Exams
Environment Notes
Biodiversity Protection: Steps Taken By Indian Government
India, a megadiverse country, has taken multiple steps to protect and preserve its rich biodiversity. These initiatives focus on the conservation of ecosystems, species, and genetic diversity, while also addressing environmental challenges such as habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. … [Read more...] about Biodiversity Protection: Steps Taken By Indian Government
Critically Endangered Animal Species of India
Among the classification of threatened species, the category Critically Endangered corresponds to the greatest risk. In India, there are 70+ critically endangered animals and 60+ critically endangered plants. 300+ animals fall under the category of endangered while 140+ plants fall under the … [Read more...] about Critically Endangered Animal Species of India
Biodiversity of India
Biodiversity is fundamental to addressing some of the world’s greatest challenges such as climate change, sustainable development and food security. India is known for its rich biological diversity. The country has already documented over 91,000 species of animals and 46,000 species of plants in its … [Read more...] about Biodiversity of India
IUCN Classification : Critically Endangered, Endangered and Vulnerable
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental organisation. Founded in 1948, today IUCN the largest professional global conservation network. IUCN has more than 1,200 member organizations including 200+ government and 900+ … [Read more...] about IUCN Classification : Critically Endangered, Endangered and Vulnerable
Biosphere Reserves of India : Names and Location
A biosphere reserve is a designated area that aims to balance the conservation of biodiversity, sustainable development, and scientific research. Biosphere Reserves of India often include one or more National Parks or sanctuaries, along with buffer zones that are open to some economic uses. Read … [Read more...] about Biosphere Reserves of India : Names and Location
Gadgil Report and Kasturirangan Report on Western Ghats
Gadgil report and Kasturirangan report related with the Western Ghats is important for UPSC Prelims, Mains and Interview. Understand the details of HLWG report and WGEEP report. What is so controversial about Madhav Gadgil committee and Kasturirangan committee reports? 'Environment' being one of … [Read more...] about Gadgil Report and Kasturirangan Report on Western Ghats
Urban Heat Islands
The Urban heat islands (UHI), concrete buildings, and asphalt is making the heat waves around the world more intense. Studies are indicating that UHI is increasing with more people being part of such areas. What are Urban heat islands? How is it affecting the global climate? Read here to find … [Read more...] about Urban Heat Islands
How India Plans To Deal With Change In Climate?
There is an imminent threat of Climate Change, due to greenhouse gas emissions and no nation can sit back without taking action. At the UNCED, the UNFCCC treaty was signed and India was also a party. India's plan to deal with climatic change is titled "National Action Plan on Climate … [Read more...] about How India Plans To Deal With Change In Climate?
Hotspots – World Heritage Sites – Biosphere Reserves – National Parks – Sanctuaries – Tiger Reserves
This article will brief you and give a basic idea about bio-diversity hotspots, world heritage sites, biosphere reserves, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, tiger reserves etc. Read further. Bio-Diversity Hot-spots, World Heritage Sites, Biosphere Reserves, National Parks, Wild Life … [Read more...] about Hotspots – World Heritage Sites – Biosphere Reserves – National Parks – Sanctuaries – Tiger Reserves
