Blue Tide is a captivating phenomenon that evokes both wonder and intrigue among scientists and enthusiasts alike. This natural occurrence
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Eutrophication and Ageing of Lakes, Algal Blooms, Dead Zones – UPSC Environment Notes
Eutrophication, a phenomenon stemming from excessive nutrient enrichment in aquatic ecosystems, has emerged as a pressing environmental concern worldwide
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Effects of Water Pollution – Human Health, Environment, Aquatic Ecosystem – UPSC Environment Notes
Water pollution is an increasingly pressing environmental issue with far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, human health, and the economy.
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Marine Pollution: Oil Spills and Plastic – UPSC Environment Notes
Marine pollution occurs when substances introduced or discharged by human activities, including industrial, agricultural, and residential waste, particulates, noise, excessive carbon dioxide, or invasive species, enter the water and result in detrimental effects.
The River Ganga, revered as a sacred waterway by millions, is now grappling with the insidious effects of pollution, posing a grave threat to both the environment and human health
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Effects of Water Pollution – Industrial Wastes, Thermal and Radiation Pollution, Mining. Groundwater and Drinking Water Contamination, Sewage Water, Agricultural Sources, Invasive Aquatic Species – UPSC Environment Notes
Water pollution is an increasingly pressing environmental issue that poses significant threats to ecosystems, human health, and overall biodiversity.
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Water Pollution: Causes, Effects & Control Measures – UPSC Environment Notes
Water pollution is defined as the “introduction or existence of undesirable substances in water, encompassing organic, inorganic, biological, radiological, or thermal elements, leading to a deterioration in water quality to the extent that it becomes unsuitable for various purposes.”
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Radioactive Pollution – Ionising & Non Ionising Accidents , Safe Disposal of Nuclear Wastes – UPSC Environment Notes
Radioactive pollution occurs when radioactive materials are present or deposited in the atmosphere or environment, especially when their presence is unintentional and poses a risk to the environment due to radioactive decay.
UPSC Mains Topic-Wise Previous Year Questions
UPSC Mains Topic-Wise Previous Year Questions – Salient Features Of Indian Society/Diversity Of India
The UPSC Mains Topic-Wise Previous Year Questions on the Salient Features of Indian Society and Diversity provides a comprehensive examination of the diverse
The introduction of the National Air Quality Index (NAQI) in New Delhi in September 2014 was part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative, aimed at monitoring India’s air quality index.
