UPSC MAINS

The 2020 draft EIA Notification, replacing the 2006 version under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, anticipates and addresses early-stage environmental

Against the backdrop of a 68% decline in global fauna since 1970 (WWF Living Planet Report 2022), the 30x30 initiative was launched during the UN biodiversity

Illegal sand mining poses a significant challenge in India due to the decentralized governance of minor minerals under state laws

India's focus on 'Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy' during its G-20 presidency underscores its dedication to responsible resource management

Keystone species, often underestimated in abundance or charisma, wield a disproportionately profound influence on their ecosystems, capable of reshaping

Decomposers serve as environmental custodians in ecosystems, playing a vital role in breaking down deceased flora and fauna

UPSC Mains Ecological succession, the gradual transformation of species in response to environmental changes, culminates in the concept of "climax,

Introduced by India at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in 2021, "Mission LIFE" (Lifestyle for the Environment) advocates for a sustainable

The recent modifications to the Forest (Conservation) Act, of 1980, signify India's evolving approach to harmonize developmental imperatives

In the fiscal year 2022-23, the livestock sector contributed 30.1% to Agricultural GDP and 4.35% to the national GDP. India's agricultural landscape