Tag: Biodiversity Hotspots

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Examine the role of biodiversity hotspots in conservation planning in India. Analyse the threats faced by them. Suggest measures for their effective protection.

Topic: Environment & ecology Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, Q5. Examine the role of biodiversity hotspots in conservation planning in India. Analyse the threats faced by them. Suggest measures for their effective protection. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Rising concerns over biodiversity loss, global commitments like the Kunming-Montreal Framework (2022), …

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Carrying capacity is central to sustainable development in biodiversity hotspots. Explain the concept of ecological carrying capacity. Assess its relevance for tourism planning in fragile forest landscapes.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q5. Carrying capacity is central to sustainable development in biodiversity hotspots. Explain the concept of ecological carrying capacity. Assess its relevance for tourism planning in fragile forest landscapes. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Assumes significance as biodiversity hotspots are witnessing rising …

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Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary

Source:  DH Context: Odisha’s Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary has received NTCA approval to become India’s newest tiger reserve after a remarkable ecological and community-led transformation. About Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary What it is? A protected area in western Odisha, now upgraded to a tiger reserve, known for rich biodiversity, eco-tourism, and community-driven conservation. Location: Located near Sambalpur, …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 November 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …

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Asiatic Lions

Source:  IE Context: Asiatic Lions, with their entire population of 674 residing in Gujarat, exemplify a unique model of human-wildlife coexistence driven by cultural, economic, and legal factors. Why Asiatic Lions Are Only Found in Gujarat? Historic Habitat Shrinkage: Asiatic Lions, once widespread from the Middle East to India, are now confined to Gujarat’s Gir …

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