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lndia’s threatened,endangered and endemic species India, a megadiverse country with only 2.4% of the world’s land area, accounts for 7-8% of all recorded species, including over 45,000 species of Plants and 91,000 species of animals. The country’s diverse physical features and climatic conditions have resulted in a variety of Ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, grasslands, … Read more
Green Revolution in India A term coined to describe the emergence and diffusion of new seeds of Cereals. Norman-e-Borlaug is the Father of Green Revolution in the world, while Dr. M.S. Swami Nathan is known as the Father of Green Revolution in India. The new cereals were the product of research work and concentrated plant … Read more
Modernization of agriculture Modernisation of agriculture results from a whole galaxy of factors, that include physical input, economic, organisational, cultural, motivational and knowledge factors. While all these factors cannot be provided in one go, they trickle in slowly over a long time before they get established and stabilised. Physical Input Factors: Land Climate, seeds, water, … Read more
Biotechnology is defined as the industrial application of living organisms and their biological processes such as biochemistry, Microbiology, and Genetic engineering, in order to make best use of the Microorganisms for the benefit of mankind. Modern biotechnology provides breakthrough products and technologies to combat debilitating and rare diseases, reduce our environmental footprint, feed the hungry, … Read more
The subtopics of Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) are: Site Planning and Design Water Efficiency Energy Efficiency Materials and Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Operation and Maintenance Innovation and Design Excellence Credits and Rating Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) is a green building rating system developed in India. It is a voluntary … Read more
Natural Resources are useful raw materials that we get from the Earth. They occur naturally, which means that humans cannot make Natural Resources. Instead, we use and modify natural resources in ways that are beneficial to us. The materials used in human-made objects are natural resources. Coal reserves : India has the fifth largest coal reserves in … Read more
[su_posts template=”templates/list-loop.php” posts_per_page=”320″ post_type=”post,page” tax_term=”300″ tax_operator=”0″ order=”desc”], Environmental and Ecological Issues Environmental and ecological issues are some of the most pressing problems facing our planet today. These issues can have a devastating impact on human Health, the economy, and the natural world. Air Pollution is one of the most serious environmental problems. It can … Read more
Biopesticides Plants, growing in the wild or in cultivation, face numerous threats from insects, bacteria, viruses, and Fungi, as well as from other plants. Biopesticides are inert substances or living organisms that can help protect plants from such threats. Chemical pesticides can offer similar protection but, by contrast, are neither alive nor made by living … Read more
Eco Mark: A Guide to Sustainable Products and Their Impact In a world grappling with the consequences of climate change and environmental degradation, consumers are increasingly seeking ways to make sustainable choices. One tool that helps navigate this complex landscape is the Eco Mark, a certification that signifies a product’s environmental friendliness. This article delves … Read more
Recommendations for a Robust Environmental Impact Assessment: A Comprehensive Guide Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a crucial tool for ensuring sustainable development. It involves systematically evaluating the potential environmental consequences of proposed projects, policies, or plans. A well-conducted EIA helps decision-makers make informed choices that minimize negative impacts and maximize benefits for the environment and … Read more