General Studies 3

Soil erosion refers to the detachment and relocation of the topsoil from the land, primarily caused by natural agents such as wind and water. 

Faulty methods of agriculture pose a significant threat to the sustainability of our planet’s ecosystems and the well-being of future generations.

Land degradation refers to the deterioration of soil quality resulting from its inappropriate utilization, often for agricultural, pastoral, industrial, or urban purposes. 

A pollutant refers to a substance or form of energy that is introduced into the environment, leading to unintended consequences or diminishing the utility of a particular resource.

Industrial emissions and effluent monitoring stands at the forefront of environmental stewardship, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding our ecosystems and public health.

Major polluting industries, such as thermal power plants, iron and steel factories, and cement production facilities, stand as formidable contributors to environmental degradation on a global scale.

Electronic waste, commonly referred to as e-waste, has become a pressing global concern in recent years due to the rapid proliferation of electronic devices and technology

Heavy metals constitute a group of chemical elements with relatively high atomic weights and densities, often associated with toxicity and environmental pollution.

To guarantee high-quality scrap for the steel industry, the government has introduced a Steel Scrap Recycling Policy. 

The Union Cabinet granted approval for India to accede to the Hong Kong International Convention for Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, 2009.