Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent)
Q1. Evaluate the impact of extreme weather events on marine fishing activities. Examine the measures required to enhance resilience among fishing communities. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate variability, significantly affecting marine ecosystems, fishing activities and the livelihoods of coastal communities.
Key Demand of the question
The question requires an examination of the impacts of extreme weather events on marine fishing activities and an analysis of measures needed to enhance the resilience and adaptive capacity of fishing communities.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Highlight the dependence of marine fisheries on oceanic and atmospheric conditions and the increasing vulnerability of coastal regions to extreme weather events.
Body
- Impact on marine fishing activities: Discuss how extreme weather events affect fishing operations, fish availability, coastal infrastructure and fisher livelihoods.
- Measures for resilience: Explain the need for resilient infrastructure, early warning systems, ecosystem conservation and livelihood diversification to strengthen adaptation.
Conclusion
Conclude by emphasising that climate-resilient fisheries management and community-centred adaptation will be essential for sustaining both marine resources and coastal livelihoods.
