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Conservation of Wild life
The Environment Protection Act is an important legislation that provides for coordination of activities of the various regulatory agencies, creation of authorities with adequate powers for environmental protection, regulation of the discharge of environmental pollutants, handling of hazardous substances, etc. The Act provided an opportunity to extend legal protection to non-forest habitats (‘Ecologically Sensitive Areas’) … Read more
Coral Reef and Coral Bleaching
Coral is actually a living animal. has a symbiotic relationship (each gives something to the other and gets something back in return) With ‘zooxanthellae’ microscopic algae which live on coral [i.e. instead of living on the sea floor, the algae lives up on the coral which is closer to the ocean surface and so … Read more
Fisheries
Fisheries What is Fisheries? Overfishing Pollution Climate Change What is Fisheries? Fisheries is the science and practice of catching and harvesting fish and other aquatic animals. It is a major economic activity in many parts of the world, and it provides food for millions of people. Fisheries can be divided into two main categories: capture … Read more
Fisheries
Fisheries: ‘Fisheries’ sector is becoming a subsector of Primary Sector with consistently increasing contribution to the state economy. The State Government envisages development in fisheries sector with a multi pronged strategy with essential focus on increasing fish production and thereby ensure Sustainable Development. Development of fisheries through effective value chain and boosting exports, government is … Read more
Environmental Concerns Of Tourism Industry
Environmental concerns of tourism Industry, both positive and negative effects including Climate change with reference to Himachal Pradesh Environmental concerns of tourism All too often, the Environment is the ultimate victim of development and expansion. Growth pressures have seen Dharamshala’s boundaries encroach on previously untouched land as the local Population and tourist demands … Read more
Sea Turtle Project
A Dive into Conservation: The Vital Role of Sea Turtle Projects Sea turtles, ancient mariners traversing the world’s oceans for millions of years, are facing a perilous future. Habitat loss, climate change, and human activities have pushed many species to the brink of extinction. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, numerous organizations and individuals have … Read more
ENVIRONMENT POLLUTION
defined as ‘an addition or excessive addition of certain materials to the physical Environment (water, air and lands), making it less fit or unfit for life’. Pollutants are the materials or factors, which cause adverse effect on the natural quality of any component of the environment. Classifications According to the form in which they … Read more
Mozambique Current
The Mozambique Current: A Vital Lifeline for the Western Indian Ocean The Mozambique Current, a powerful warm current flowing southward along the eastern coast of Africa, plays a pivotal role in the intricate ecosystem of the Western Indian Ocean. Its influence extends far beyond the immediate coastline, shaping the climate, marine life, and human activities … Read more
Environmental and Ecological Issues. For Ras RTS Mains and Ras Rts Prelims Exam
[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