Tag: Sustainable Fisheries

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Examine the factors responsible for India’s emergence as a leading inland fisheries producer. Evaluate the significance of inland fisheries for rural livelihoods and the challenges to their sustainable development.

Topic: factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India) Q2. Examine the factors responsible for India’s emergence as a leading inland fisheries producer. Evaluate the significance of inland fisheries for rural livelihoods and the challenges to their sustainable development. (15 M) Difficulty Level: …

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Evaluate the impact of extreme weather events on marine fishing activities. Examine the measures required to enhance resilience among fishing communities.

Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent) Q1. Evaluate the impact of extreme weather events on marine fishing activities. Examine the measures required to enhance resilience among fishing communities. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent …

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Mangrove clam (Geloina erosa)

Source:  DD News Subject:  Environment Context: The ICAR–Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has successfully achieved induced breeding of the mangrove clam under captive conditions, a rare global scientific feat. About Mangrove clam (Geloina erosa): What it is? An ecologically important bivalve (mud/mangrove clam) found in mangrove and estuarine ecosystems of South and Southeast Asia; …

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First open-sea Marine Fish Farming Project in Andaman Sea

Source:  TI Subject:   Mapping Context: India has launched its first open-sea marine fish farming project in the Andaman Sea, marking a major step in advancing the Blue Economy through science-led, livelihood-oriented utilisation of ocean resources. About First open-sea Marine Fish Farming Project in Andaman Sea: What it is? India’s first pilot open-sea aquaculture initiative involving …

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India–Israel Joint Declaration on Fisheries and Aquaculture

Context: India and Israel signed a Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent to deepen cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture during the Global Summit on Blue Food Security 2026 in Eilat. About India–Israel Joint Declaration on Fisheries and Aquaculture: What it is? A bilateral declaration between India and Israel to strengthen collaboration in fisheries and aquaculture through …

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The Rules for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the EEZ

Source:  ET Context: The Union Government has notified the Rules for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), aimed at empowering fishermen cooperatives and ensuring sustainable, technology-driven deep-sea fishing operations. About the Rules for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the EEZ: What it is? A comprehensive regulatory framework for sustainable and inclusive …

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First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference

Source:  DD News Context: Kochi hosted the First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference from November 4–6, 2025, marking a major milestone in advancing regional blue economy cooperation and marine research collaboration among Bay of Bengal nations. About First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference: What it is? A biennial regional platform under the BIMSTEC …

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Marine Fisheries Census 2025

Source:  DD News Context: The Government of India has launched the Marine Fisheries Census (MFC) 2025, marking the country’s first fully digital and geo-referenced fisheries census, powered by VYAS mobile applications developed by ICAR–CMFRI. About Marine Fisheries Census 2025: What it is? The Marine Fisheries Census 2025 is a nationwide digital enumeration of India’s marine …

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Overfishing — The Threat to Ocean Wealth

Syllabus: Environment Source:  TH Context: On the occasion of the International Day for Biological Diversity, concerns over overfishing in India’s marine ecosystems have resurfaced, with experts highlighting threats to ocean biodiversity, small fisher livelihoods, and future food security. About Overfishing — The Threat to Ocean Wealth: What is Overfishing? Overfishing occurs when fish are harvested …

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