Acid Rain – Acidification – UPSC Environment Notes
Acid rain pertains to any form of precipitation (rain, fog, mist, snow) exhibiting higher acidity than usual (with a pH level below 5.6
Smog (Smoke + Fog), Aerosols and their Impact on Monsoon Rainfall – UPSC Environment Notes
The intricate interplay between atmospheric constituents such as SMOG and aerosols exerts profound effects on the dynamics of monsoon rain
Stratospheric Ozone-Depleting Substances (ODS) – UPSC Environment Notes
Ozone-depleting substances (ODS) are compounds that significantly damage the Earth's ozone layer, a vital component of the stratosphere responsible
Carbon Monoxide (CO), Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Ozone (O3), Nitrogen Oxides(NOx), Sulphur dioxide (SO2), Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), Volatile organic compounds (VOCs), Benzene – UPSC Environment Notes
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, ozone, nitrogen oxide, and sulfur dioxide are quintessential atmospheric components that play pivotal roles
Other Pollutants – Particulate Pollutants, Fly ash, Nanoparticles (NPs), Black Carbon (Soot) – UPSC Environment Notes
Fly ash, a byproduct of combustion processes contains a myriad of harmful substances and poses a considerable threat when released into the atmosphere.
Pollution – Air Pollution (Major Causes, Classification of Air Pollutants) – UPSC Environment Notes
Air pollution can be described as the existence of solid, liquid, or gaseous substances, including noise and radioactive radiation,
Green Credit Scheme – UPSC Environment Notes
Green Credit denotes a form of incentive allocated to individuals and entities actively involved in endeavors that yield favorable outcomes for the environment.
Afforestation Programmes – National Afforestation Programme (NAP), Compensatory Afforestation (CA), Aerial Seeding for Reforestation – UPSC Environment Notes
Afforestation programmes, such as the National Afforestation Programme (NAP), Compensatory Afforestation (CA), and Aerial Seeding for Reforestation
Policies – National Forest Policy 1988, Draft National Forest Policy 2018 – UPSC Environment Notes
The primary goal of the 1988 National Forest Policy is to safeguard environmental stability and uphold ecological balance, particularly atmospheric equilibrium, crucial for the survival of all life forms, including humans, animals, and plants.
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UPSC Daily Current Affairs – 04th March 2024
In today's daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services
