Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
Q6. Identify the main drivers of hazardous PM2.5 levels in Indian cities. Assess their far-reaching adverse consequences and propose multi-sectoral preventive measures. (15 M).
Difficulty Level: Easy
Reference: TH
Why the question
PM2.5 pollution in Indian cities is among the worst globally, causing severe health and economic losses.Key demand of the question
To examine the main drivers of hazardous PM2.5 levels, assess their multi-dimensional impacts, and suggest coordinated preventive strategies involving multiple sectors.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Write about about data-backed fact on India’s PM2.5 crisis and its global ranking.
Body
- Drivers – Key anthropogenic and natural sources contributing to urban PM2.5, including sector-specific patterns.
- Consequences – Public health burden, economic productivity loss, environmental degradation, and social implications.
- Preventive measures – multi-sectoral actions involving transport, energy, agriculture, industry, urban planning, and community-level interventions.
Conclusion
Forward-looking statement stressing urgency of integrating air quality goals into national development planning.
