environment
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IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, Evolution, Significance
IUCN Red List of Threatened Species The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species stands as a beacon in the realm of conservation biology, offering a systematic approach to assessing the extinction risk faced by plants, animals, and fungi worldwide. Created and...
Last updated on May 26th, 2024 02:55 pm -
In-Situ and Ex-Situ Conservation System (Differentiate Between In-Situ and Ex-Situ Conservation)
In-Situ and Ex-Situ Conservation System Conservation of biodiversity is crucial for maintaining the ecological balance and ensuring the sustainable existence of life on Earth. In this endeavor, two primary approaches have emerged: in-situ and ex-situ conservation. While both aim to...
Published On February 15th, 2024 -
India’s Snow Leopard, Population, Habitat, Conservation Status
Context: India has an estimated 718 snow leopards in the wild, as per the recently released report of the Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI). About Snow Leopards Scientific Name: Panthera uncia Alternate Name: Lama in the Lisu dialect...
Last updated on May 26th, 2024 03:26 pm -
Natural Disasters, Definition, Types and Examples
Natural disasters are catastrophic events that stem from various natural phenomena on Earth, with a history spanning the planet's 4.54 billion years. These events, ranging from floods and hurricanes to tsunamis and earthquakes, have had profound effects on the environment...
Published On January 14th, 2024 -
Environmental Protection Act 1986, Key Features, Current Status and Drawback
In the face of growing environmental concerns and the need for sustainable development, governments around the world have been enacting legislation to safeguard their ecosystems and promote responsible resource management. One such significant step in this direction is the Environmental...
Last updated on May 26th, 2024 03:42 pm -
Global Goal On Adaptation (GGA), Origin, Challenges
Context: The 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) adopted the framework for the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA). What Is Global Goal On Adaptation? Article 7 of...
Published On December 28th, 2023 -
Sand Mining in India, Illegal Mining, Causes and Effect
Sand, a seemingly abundant resource, is the second most consumed natural resource on the planet after fresh water. In India, the demand for sand has surged exponentially in recent years due to rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, and a booming construction...
Published On December 27th, 2023 -
Urban Flooding in India, Causes, Impact, Examples
Context: Cyclone Michaung pummelled Chennai with torrential rains for 16 hours, causing widespread disruption and highlighting the city's vulnerability to such disasters. What Is Urban Flooding? Urban flooding is the inundation of land or property in a built environment, particularly...
Published On December 11th, 2023 -
Dark Sky Reserve in Ladakh, Meaning, Criteria, Importance
Context: Ladakh will soon have South East Asia’s first Night Sky Sanctuary at Hanle. It will be South East Asia’s first Night Sky sanctuary situated within Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. What is Dark Sky Reserve? Definition: A Dark Sky Reserve is...
Published On November 30th, 2023 -
Climate-Smart Agriculture In India, Definition, Scope, Benefits
Context: Climate-smart agriculture has the potential to assure food security, empower farmers, and protect our delicate ecosystems. What Is Climate Smart Agriculture? According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) is a strategy aimed at transforming and...
Last updated on May 26th, 2024 03:14 pm