UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27 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: Natural Disaster Source: Indian Express Context: Guwahati, like many growing urban centres, is grappling with the increasing frequency of urban flooding. Despite several town planning initiatives, the city’s infrastructure and drainage system remain insufficient, often exacerbated by rapid urbanization, deforestation, and poor planning. Causes of Urban Flooding Natural Causes: Heavy Rainfall: Guwahati experiences torrential …
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: TH Bengaluru faces recurrent flash floods due to erratic rains driven by climate change. Experts suggest applying the “Spong City” Concept by building massive underground tanks in low-lying areas to capture floodwater, a concept successfully implemented in cities like Munich, Beijing, Tokyo, and Pittsburgh. What is the “Sponge …
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