Category Archives: Environment & Ecology

AWIP, Environment & Ecology, Government Policies, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...)

Q. “Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a leader in the implementation of PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar Yojana, reflecting the state’s commitment to renewable energy and sustainable agriculture.” Critically analyze how these schemes contribute to energy security, agricultural transformation, and environmental sustainability. Also, discuss the challenges in large-scale adoption of solar energy in rural India.

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PMSGFES
22
Apr

The recognition of Uttar Pradesh for its effective implementation of the PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme highlights […]

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Environment & Ecology, UPSC

Q.8. What role do environmental NGOs and activists play in influencing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects in India? cite four examples with all important details. [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]

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environment-impact-assessment eia
28
Sep

Environmental NGOs and activists in India play a crucial role in influencing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects. […]

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Environment & Ecology, UPSC

Q.7. Industrial pollution of river water is a significant environmental issue in India. Discuss the various mitigation measures to deal with this problem and also the government’s initiatives in this regard. [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]

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Industrial pollution of river water
28
Sep

Industrial pollution of river water is a critical environmental issue in India, primarily caused by the discharge of untreated or […]

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AWIP, Environment & Ecology, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...)

Q. What do you understand by “Hydroseeding”? What are the environmental benefits of hydroseeding compared to traditional sodding methods?

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Hydroseeding
26
Jul

Hydroseeding is a method of planting seeds by spraying a mixture of water, seed, mulch, fertilizer, and sometimes tackifiers onto […]

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Environment & Ecology, UPSC

Q.18. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has predicted a global sea level rise of about one metre by AD 2100. What would be its impact in India and the other countries in the Indian Ocean region? [UPSC 2023 GS P-3]

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The projected global sea level rise of approximately one meter by AD 2100 has significant implications for India and other countries in the […]

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