Source: PIB Subject: Geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) Context: The Union Minister of Jal Shakti has released the Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment Report, 2024, showing a net improvement in groundwater status with higher recharge and lower long-term extraction compared to 2017. About Dynamic Ground Water Resource …
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Source: FL Subject: Environment Context: The Supreme Court has approved a new height-based definition of the Aravalli Hills, triggering nationwide concern as environmentalists warn it may deregulate large ecologically sensitive areas beyond mining. The move has sparked protests under the “Save Aravalli” campaign, citing long-term ecological risks. About Aravalli Hills Controversy: What are the Aravalli …
Context: The Supreme Court has accepted the Centre’s new definition of the Aravalli Hills, limiting protection to landforms rising 100 metres or more above local relief. The ruling has triggered a nationwide #SaveAravalli campaign, with experts warning it could expose large parts of the Aravallis to mining and ecological damage. About Save Aravalli campaign: What …
Topic: Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes Q2. “Nature-based solutions are more sustainable than engineering-heavy flood control systems in monsoon-dependent regions”. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: Asked in the context of increasing urban flooding in …
Context: Rural tap water coverage under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has reached 81%, up from 17% in 2019, benefitting over 15.68 crore households. About Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) – Tap Water Coverage: What it is? Launched in August 2019 to provide functional household tap connections (FHTCs) to all rural households. Focuses on safe, adequate, …
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Topic: Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. Q2. Assess the contribution of floodplains to groundwater recharge and water security in the Indo-Gangetic basin. Examine the impact of anthropogenic pressures on these functions. Propose measures to restore hydrological sustainability. (15 M) Difficulty …
Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent) Q2. Illegal riverbed mining disrupts the geomorphic equilibrium of riverine systems. Explain how this affects river morphology. Assess its impact on groundwater recharge and natural springs. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: Ongoing ecological degradation …
