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Examine the contribution of biomass burning to particulate matter pollution in India. Why do conventional urban-centric clean-air strategies often fail to address this challenge?

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q6. Examine the contribution of biomass burning to particulate matter pollution in India. Why do conventional urban-centric clean-air strategies often fail to address this challenge? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Biomass burning has emerged as a major contributor to India’s particulate …

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“India’s solid waste problem has evolved into a systemic environmental crisis.” Examine the nature of this crisis. Explain how the Solid Waste Managemnet Rules, 2026 attempt to respond to it. Assess the environmental limitations of the current framework.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q5. “India’s solid waste problem has evolved into a systemic environmental crisis.” Examine the nature of this crisis. Explain how the Solid Waste Managemnet Rules, 2026 attempt to respond to it. Assess the environmental limitations of the current framework. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE …

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Retrospective Environmental Clearances

Syllabus: Environment Impact Assessment Source:   IE Context: The Supreme Court of India struck down (Vanashakti v. Union of India) the Centre’s 2017 notification and 2021 SOP that allowed retrospective environmental clearances to industries, calling them unconstitutional and violative of the right to a clean environment. About Retrospective Environmental Clearances: Definition: Ex-post facto or retrospective green …

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Emerging pollutants pose a complex challenge to environmental governance. Define emerging pollutants and identify their major sources. Analyse their ecological and health impacts, and suggest measures to address the challenges posed by these pollutants in India.

Topic: Environment & ecology Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, Q6. Emerging pollutants pose a complex challenge to environmental governance. Define emerging pollutants and identify their major sources. Analyse their ecological and health impacts, and suggest measures to address the challenges posed by these pollutants in India. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the …

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World Air Quality Report 2024

Syllabus: Air Pollution Source:  TOI Context: The World Air Quality Report 2024 which was published by Swiss air technology firm IQAir, gives a detailed analysis of global air pollution levels, bringing to light the alarming trends and some important information. Status of Air Pollution in India High PM2.5 Levels: India’s average PM2.5 concentration in 2024 …

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Incineration Process

Source:  DC Context: The first trial of incinerating 10 tonnes of toxic Union Carbide waste began in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, after the Supreme Court refused to intervene in the disposal process. About Incineration Process: What is Incineration? Incineration is a waste treatment process that involves burning solid waste at high temperatures in a controlled environment. …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15 November 2024

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15 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. These …

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Dual Approval Exemption

Source: PIB Context: The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has issued a notification addressing a long-standing industry demand by removing the requirement for dual compliance of Environmental Clearance (EC) and Consent to Establish (CTE). Exempts Industries from Dual Approvals: Key Points What is Dual Approval? Dual approval refers to the mandatory requirement …

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