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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: LM Context: McKinsey Global Institute studies and WTO are of the view that globalization is necessary for the path to sustainability and mitigating the impact of climate change. What is Globalization in the context of the Environment? Globalization, in terms of the environment, refers to the …
Source: TH New York City is implementing a new law that requires building owners to make significant emissions cuts or face fines. To comply, property managers are installing carbon capture systems that capture carbon dioxide from building emissions, cool it into a liquid, and mix it into concrete where it becomes a mineral. …
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GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Important geophysical phenomenon/Disaster management Source: IE Context: 13 people died due to heatstroke after they attended a large public gathering in the open in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. Why did a heat stroke event happen in Maharashtra? Two different observatories recorded 34.1 and 38 degrees Celsius as the maximum …
GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Important Geophysical Phenomena Source: IE Context: According to a new study, flash droughts are becoming more common and faster to develop around the world, and human-caused climate change is a major reason. Highlights of the study: Flash droughts occurred more often than slower ones in tropical/humid places …
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GS Paper 1/3 Syllabus: Salient features of the World’s Physical Geography/ Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation Source: IE Context: According to a new study, an alarming effect on the global temperature, the marine food chain and the stability of ice shelves is being caused by the Antarctic ice sheet’s rapid melting. Background: …
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GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Geography – Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclones etc Source: DTE Context: Recently large parts of the country experienced hailstorms which were also accompanied by torrents of rain. The hail and rains have led to extensive damage to standing crops in many states, such as Maharashtra, Rajasthan and …
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InstaLinks : help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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InstaLinks : help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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InstaLinks : help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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InstaLinks : help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Geophysical Phenomenon Source: The Hindu Context: It is clear that climate change increases the upper limit on hurricane strength and rain rate and that it also raises the average sea level and therefore storm surge. Factors that fuels tropical cyclones: Rainfall: Temperature has a clear influence The temperature of both …
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GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Physical Geography (Climate) Source: IE Direction: The article highlights the environmental changes in the Arctic, the factors responsible for these changes, their impact and the way ahead. Context: This year’s assessment of Arctic conditions – the Arctic Report Card, which the US NOAA has produced since 2006, has highlighted …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment (Conservation-related issues) Source: DTE Direction: The article highlights the agenda, and outcomes of COP27. We have previously done a few articles on this, but this article shows the final outcome of COP27. Context: All agendas, including the loss and damage fund and the Sharm El-Sheikh Implementation Plan, were adopted …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environmental pollution and degradation Source: Indian Express Directions: This Article has been taken from the Indian Express editorial. Go through it once, you can use it for value addition. Context: Ahead of COP27, the Lancet report has said that the continued dependence on fossil fuels is compounding the health …
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment 6. Evaluate India’s response to the climate change crisis. Has India has prioritised economic growth over environmental sustainability? (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: Financial Express Why the question: The latest Environmental Performance Index (EPI), brought out by Yale University and Columbia University, has sought to …
Topic: issues of buffer stocks and food security; 5. Agriculture is extremely vulnerable to climate change. The accelerating pace of climate change, combined with global population and income growth, threatens food security everywhere. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. Context: The global annual to decadal climate update report was recently issued by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). The annual update harnesses the expertise of internationally acclaimed climate scientists and the best prediction systems from leading climate centres around the world to produce actionable information for …
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Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment 5. Climate change impacts different regions in a disproportionate manner which affects livelihoods as well as our survival. Elucidate. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3. Key …
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. 6. A carbon price that starts low and rises steadily could help India reach its targets under the Paris climate accord and also achieve net zero in the long run. Critically examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express Why the question: As climate change …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. What is the IPCC, and why are its Assessment Reports important? Context: The third part of the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report was released recently. The first part of the report was released in August last year. That one was centred around the scientific basis of climate …
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