06 October 2014
Q1. “There is a growing concern of Alien Invasive Species in India”. Discuss how it is a threat for ecosystem and mention the steps required to curb this menace.
http://www.fao.org/3/a-ag117e/AG117E15.htm
http://www.cbd.int/invasive/done.shtml
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/invasive-plants-a-threat-to-wildlife/article6432731.ece
Q2. “The choice of developing a ‘Blue Water Navy’ for India is more strategic than scientific”. Comment
http://besacenter.org/perspectives-papers/india-advances-naval-arms-race-china/
http://dailysignal.com/2013/12/10/india-budding-blue-water-navy-capabilities/
http://southasia.foreignpolicy.com/posts/2014/08/04/why_india_s_blue_water_ambitions_matter
Q3. Write short notes on
- Alternative fuel vehicle
- Maglev Train
- Solar sail
- Physical internet
- Space elevator
