UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 January 2026 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. These …
Source: DTE Context: Lake Sapanca in Türkiye is facing severe environmental degradation due to urbanization, industrial expansion, and agricultural runoff, leading to increased pollution and habitat destruction. About Lake Sapanca: Location: Situated in northwestern Türkiye, between the Gulf of İzmit and Adapazarı Meadow. Lies in a tectonic depression, running parallel to Iznik Lake. Bordering Nations: …
In the heart of Kerala’s Palakkad district, amidst the rocky terrains and barren lands, stood a man whose vision was not just of trees but of a thriving ecosystem. Dressed always in his signature green shirt, lungi, and headband, Kallur Balan was more than an environmentalist—he was a silent revolutionary. Armed with saplings and unwavering …
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Source: TOI Context: Indian ecologist Madhav Gadgil, renowned for his work on the Western Ghats, has been named a UNEP Champion of the Earth 2024 in the lifetime achievement category. About UNEP Champions of the Earth Awards: Origin: Established in: 2005. Awarded by: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Aim: To honour individuals, groups, and organizations …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 2 September 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. …
Syllabus: Environmental Conservation Source: IE Context: Methane, though short-lived (12 years), traps 84 times more heat than CO2 over 20 years, making it a powerful greenhouse gas. What is Methane? It is an Odorless, colourless, and flammable gas; the second-largest contributor to global warming after Carbon Dioxide and the primary contributor to the formation of ground-level ozone. …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 June 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. These …
Syllabus: Environment and Ecology/ Legislations to protect vulnerable sections/ Indian Society: Tribals Source: TH Context: The Panchayat (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) empowered Scheduled Tribes by mandating political representation in local governance, thereby linking their livelihood needs with forest conservation. What is PESA? The Panchayat (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) of …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Pollution, Geography Source: The Hindu Context: Four years since the Centre launched the National Clean Air Campaign (NCAP), analysts found that progress has been slow and pollution has only incrementally reduced in most cities. The Launch: In January 2019, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) launched the National Clean Air …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment and Conservation Source: TH Direction: The previous article discusses key areas agreed upon at COP 15, concerns and India’s stance on the GBF. This article highlights the importance of biodiversity and threats, the Kunming-Montreal pact on agriculture and urban planning, the roadmap of its implementation, challenges and the way …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment and Conservation Source: DTE Direction: The article discusses carbon border tax, its stated goal, concerns, possible impacts and way ahead. Context: The European Union (EU) agreed on a preliminary deal for an EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on imported goods such as iron and steel, cement, aluminium, …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment and Conservation Source: TH Direction: The article tries to explain carbon markets, their types, significance and challenges to carbon markets. For details about the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill, 2022, kindly visit this page. Context: The Parliament passed the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill, 2022, declining the Opposition’s demands to send …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environmental Conservation: Climate Finance Source: TH Direction: This article will help to understand why developed countries are bound to compensate poor countries for climate damage and whether India is eligible to get this compensation. Do understand the ‘Carbon border tax’ and why India opposed it. Context: While rich countries …
GS Paper 3: Syllabus: Science & Technology Source: Down to Earth Direction: In this article, it is important to know about the capacity potential and challenges to generating wind energy in India. Context: Globally, India has the fourth-highest installed capacity to generate wind energy. However, the potential is higher and can be accelerated with …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: The Hindu Editorial section Context: India has grossly underestimated the issue of illegal mining, which damages the environment and causes revenue loss. Direction: Just go through the article once, to understand the issue. Can note a few points. Status: Demand for minor minerals such as sand and …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions. Context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2022. About UNEP: Founded in 1972 following the landmark UN Conference on the Human Environment. UNEP was conceived to monitor the state of the environment, inform policy making with science and coordinate …
GS Paper 3 Topics Covered: Conservation and Pollution related issues. Context: The Supreme Court is all set to go into an affidavit filed by the environment ministry last October on the use of so-called green and improved fireworks — hearing a case that could well decide whether this Diwali will see fireworks. What’s the …
GS Paper 2 Context: Two more Indian Beaches (Kovalam in Tamil Nadu and Eden in Puducherry) get coveted International Blue Flag Certification. India now has 10 Blue Flag beaches. This is another recognition of India’s commitment to protect and conserve the pristine coastal and marine ecosystems through holistic management of the resources. 8 nominated …
GS Paper 3: Topic covered: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation; Context: Degradation of Assam’s Deepor Beel due to anthropogenic forces More on this: Human activities which have caused this destruction– dumping of garbage, construction of roads and railways, construction of warehouses, tourism activities This degradation has caused death of elephants in railway accidents, fewer …
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