UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 October 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 …
Context: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reported a record rise in global greenhouse gas (GHG) levels, highlighting a surge in carbon dioxide emissions and the warming effects on global temperatures. Greenhouse gas surge: CO₂ concentration increase: 2023 saw 2.3 parts per million (ppm) rise in CO₂ levels from 2022, marking the twelfth consecutive year …
GS1/GS3 Paper Syllabus: Geography/ Environment Conservation Source: TH Context: The World Meteorological Organization’s recent report, The Global Climate 2011-2020, reveals a concerning trend of glacier thinning, with an average reduction of about one meter per year from 2011 to 2020. Key findings of the report: Impact of Arctic and Antarctic Ice Melting: …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: WMO Context: According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), global temperatures are now more likely than not to exceed the 1.5°C (2.7°F) warming threshold within the next five years. About the Finding: WMO’s Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update highlights a 66% chance of temporarily exceeding 1.5°C by …
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