Notes and Study material for Exams
Forest policy of himachal pradesh The need for a new forest sector policy emerges from the realization that there has been a paradigm shift in the objectives and management practices of Forestry at the state and the national level. Post the first state forest policy for the Himachal Pradesh adopted on 3rdSeptember 1980 in furtherance … Read more
The Earth’s Lungs: Understanding Carbon Sinks and Their Crucial Role in Climate Change Mitigation The Earth’s climate is a delicate balance, constantly shifting and responding to various factors. One of the most significant influences on this balance is the concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. As a potent greenhouse gas, CO2 traps heat, … Read more
Biome The terrestrial part of the Biosphere is divisible into enormous regions called biomes, which are characterized, by Climate, vegetation, animal life and general Soil type. No two biomes are alike. The most important climatic factors are temperature and Precipitation. Tundra– Northern most region adjoining the ice bound poles. Devoid of trees except stunted shrubs … Read more
Three Geological divisions: The peninsular block The Himalayas and other Peninsular Mountains Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain Peninsualar block is made of gneisses (metamorphic) and granites (igneous). Six physiographic divisions: The Northern and North-eastern Mountains The Northern Plain The Peninsular Plateau The Indian Desert The Coastal Plains The Islands Northern and North-Eastern Mountains Approximate length of the … Read more
The Silent Rain: A Comprehensive Look at Types of Acid Deposition Acid deposition, a term encompassing both wet and dry deposition of acidic substances, is a significant environmental issue with far-reaching consequences. While often associated with the term “acid rain,” it encompasses a broader spectrum of atmospheric pollutants that can harm ecosystems, infrastructure, and human … Read more
The Sunderbans: A Symphony of Life in the Mangrove Swamps The Sunderbans, a vast expanse of mangrove forests straddling the border of India and Bangladesh, is a testament to the resilience and beauty of nature. This unique ecosystem, a labyrinth of tidal channels, mudflats, and dense mangrove vegetation, is a haven for biodiversity, a bulwark … Read more
In order to check rapid deforestation due to forestlands being released by state governments for agriculture, Industry and other development projects (allowed under the Indian Forest Act) the federal government enacted the Forest Conservation Act in 1980 with an amendment in 1988. The Act made the prior approval of the federal government necessary for de-reservation … Read more