{"id":30819,"date":"2024-02-29T08:27:30","date_gmt":"2024-02-29T08:27:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=30819"},"modified":"2024-02-29T08:27:32","modified_gmt":"2024-02-29T08:27:32","slug":"biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Biodiversity of India &#8211; UPSC Environment Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>Biodiversity, which refers to the variety of plant and animal life in the world or within a specific habitat, is assessed through two primary components: species richness and species evenness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Species Richness:<\/strong><ul><li>Species richness quantifies the number of different species present in a given community or area.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Species Evenness:<\/strong><ul><li>Species evenness measures the relative abundance of the various species contributing to the richness of a particular area.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider two sample forests, A and B. Forest A has 4 tigers, 5 deer, and 6 rabbits, while Forest B has 1 tiger, 6 deer, and 8 rabbits. Both samples exhibit the same species richness (3 species) and an equal total number of individuals (15). However, Forest A demonstrates higher evenness compared to Forest B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e6bfab23178\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Tropical_Humid_Forests\" title=\"Tropical Humid Forests:\">Tropical Humid Forests:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Tropical_Dry_or_Deciduous_Forests_including_Monsoon_Forests\" title=\"Tropical Dry or Deciduous Forests (including Monsoon Forests):\">Tropical Dry or Deciduous Forests (including Monsoon Forests):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Warm_Deserts_and_Semi-Deserts\" title=\"Warm Deserts and Semi-Deserts:\">Warm Deserts and Semi-Deserts:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Coniferous_Forests\" title=\"Coniferous Forests:\">Coniferous Forests:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Alpine_Meadows\" title=\"Alpine Meadows:\">Alpine Meadows:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#BIOGEOGRAPHIC_ZONES\" title=\"BIOGEOGRAPHIC ZONES\">BIOGEOGRAPHIC ZONES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Biogeographic_Zones_10\" title=\"Biogeographic Zones (10):\">Biogeographic Zones (10):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Biogeographic_Provinces_25\" title=\"Biogeographic Provinces (25):\">Biogeographic Provinces (25):<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#FAQs_on_Biodiversity_Biomes_and_Biogeographic_Zones_of_India\" title=\"FAQs on Biodiversity, Biomes, and Biogeographic Zones of India\">FAQs on Biodiversity, Biomes, and Biogeographic Zones of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Q1_What_does_biodiversity_refer_to\" title=\"Q1: What does biodiversity refer to?\">Q1: What does biodiversity refer to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Q2_What_is_species_richness\" title=\"Q2: What is species richness?\">Q2: What is species richness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Q3_What_is_species_evenness\" title=\"Q3: What is species evenness?\">Q3: What is species evenness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Q4_Can_you_provide_an_example_illustrating_species_evenness\" title=\"Q4: Can you provide an example illustrating species evenness?\">Q4: Can you provide an example illustrating species evenness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Q5_How_is_India_recognized_in_terms_of_biodiversity\" title=\"Q5: How is India recognized in terms of biodiversity?\">Q5: How is India recognized in terms of biodiversity?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/biodiversity-of-india-upsc-environment-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INDIA_S_BIODIVERSITY\"><\/span><strong>INDIA\u2019 S BIODIVERSITY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India is acknowledged as one of the mega-diverse nations, distinguished for its abundant biodiversity and associated traditional knowledge. The country demonstrates a profound commitment to environmental conservation and preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Extensive Forest Cover:<\/strong><ul><li>India dedicates 23.39% of its geographical area to forest and tree cover, signifying a significant commitment to environmental sustainability.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Global Biodiversity Contributor:<\/strong><ul><li>Despite comprising just 2.4% of the total land area, India contributes substantially to global biodiversity, accounting for nearly 7% of recorded species while supporting almost 18% of the global human population.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Species Richness Rankings:<\/strong><ul><li>India boasts impressive rankings in terms of species richness, securing the seventh position globally in mammals, the ninth in birds, and the fifth in reptiles.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Endemism in Vertebrates:<\/strong><ul><li>The country holds notable positions in vertebrate endemism, standing tenth globally in birds with 69 species, fifth in reptiles with 156 species, and seventh in amphibians with 110 species.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Agricultural Significance:<\/strong><ul><li>India plays a crucial role in global agriculture, representing 44% of the world&#8217;s crops, a substantial contribution compared to the world average of 11%.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Ecological Diversity:<\/strong><ul><li>India is characterized by its diverse ecosystems, encapsulated by its representation in <strong>two &#8216;Realms,&#8217; five Biomes, ten Bio-geographic Zones, and twenty-five Bio-geographic Provinces<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biomes_of_India\"><\/span><strong>Biomes of India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The term &#8220;biome&#8221; refers to the major groups of plants and animals inhabiting regions characterized by specific climate patterns.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It encapsulates the intricate interactions among animals, vegetation, and soil within a particular environment.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The plants and animals within a biome showcase adaptations tailored to the unique conditions of their surroundings.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>India, with its diverse landscapes and climatic variations, encompasses<strong> five distinct biomes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tropical_Humid_Forests\"><\/span><strong>Tropical Humid Forests:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Characterized by high temperatures and abundant rainfall throughout the year.<\/li><li>Rich biodiversity with a variety of plant and animal species adapted to the warm and wet conditions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tropical_Dry_or_Deciduous_Forests_including_Monsoon_Forests\"><\/span><strong>Tropical Dry or Deciduous Forests (including Monsoon Forests):<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Exhibits seasonal variations with a distinct dry period.<\/li><li>Dominated by deciduous trees that shed their leaves during the dry season.<\/li><li>Experiences monsoons, contributing to its unique characteristics.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Warm_Deserts_and_Semi-Deserts\"><\/span><strong>Warm Deserts and Semi-Deserts:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Marked by high temperatures and low precipitation.<\/li><li>Vegetation adapted to arid conditions, including succulent plants and drought-resistant species.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coniferous_Forests\"><\/span><strong>Coniferous Forests:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Found in regions with cooler temperatures and moderate to high rainfall.<\/li><li>Dominated by coniferous trees, known for needle-like leaves and cone-bearing structures.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alpine_Meadows\"><\/span><strong>Alpine Meadows:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Occurs in high-altitude regions with cold temperatures and variable precipitation.<\/li><li>Characterized by grassy meadows and hardy plant species adapted to harsh mountainous environments.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these biomes contributes to India&#8217;s ecological diversity, fostering unique ecosystems with specialized flora and fauna adapted to the specific climatic conditions of their respective regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BIOGEOGRAPHIC_ZONES\"><\/span><strong>BIOGEOGRAPHIC ZONES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Biogeography deals with the geographical distribution of plants and animals.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Biogeographic zones serve as a foundational concept for planning wildlife protected areas in India, allowing for the effective management and conservation of diverse ecosystems.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India is divided into 10 distinct biogeographic zones, each characterized by unique environmental features and biodiversity.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These zones are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Trans-Himalayas<\/li><li>Himalayas<\/li><li>Desert<\/li><li>Semi-arid<\/li><li>Western Ghats<\/li><li>Deccan Peninsula<\/li><li>Gangetic plain<\/li><li>North-east India<\/li><li>Islands<\/li><li>Coasts<\/li><li>Biogeographic Provinces<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Biogeographic Provinces are eco systematic or biotic subdivisions within realms, providing a more detailed understanding of the ecological diversity within each zone. India is further divided into <strong>25 biogeographic provinces<\/strong>, each representing a specific and unique combination of flora and fauna. The relationship between Biogeographic Zones and Biogeographic Provinces is outlined as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/3AedRVa4Lom5GCeZYgiJl80ASvBXMmDMpvwUSINOjc3VLwjKa6zvbXzx5XXRAz-957ffPJyLqzqrwjTcuNTpWXpafn9FCW3U8j0GKHN0S7HRdSK1r_ZPzRgFtAO-2EzA6wl7Yp5hbYBjFyQ7-mq0N0Q\" alt=\"BIOGEOGRAPHIC ZONES\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>BIOGEOGRAPHIC ZONES<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biogeographic_Zones_10\"><\/span><strong>Biogeographic Zones (10):<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Trans-Himalaya<\/li><li>The Himalaya<\/li><li>The Indian Desert<\/li><li>The Semi-Arid<\/li><li>The Western Ghats<\/li><li>The Deccan Peninsula<\/li><li>The Gangetic Plains<\/li><li>The Coasts<\/li><li>Northeast India<\/li><li>Islands<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biogeographic_Provinces_25\"><\/span><strong>Biogeographic Provinces (25):<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Trans-Himalaya<\/strong><ul><li>1A: Himalaya \u2013 Ladakh Mountains<\/li><li>1B: Himalaya \u2013 Tibetan Plateau<\/li><li>1C: Trans \u2013 Himalaya Sikkim<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Himalaya<\/strong><ul><li>2A: Himalaya \u2013 North West Himalaya<\/li><li>2B: Himalaya \u2013 West Himalaya<\/li><li>2C: Himalaya \u2013 Central Himalaya<\/li><li>2D: Himalaya \u2013 East Himalaya<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Indian Desert<\/strong><ul><li>3A: Desert \u2013 Thar<\/li><li>3B: Desert \u2013 Kutch<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Semi-Arid<\/strong><ul><li>4A: Semi-Arid \u2013 Punjab Plains<\/li><li>4B: Semi-Arid \u2013 Gujarat Rajputana<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Western Ghats<\/strong><ul><li>5A: Western Ghats \u2013 Malabar Plains<\/li><li>5B: Western Ghats \u2013 Western Ghats Mountains<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Deccan Peninsula<\/strong><ul><li>6A: Deccan Peninsular \u2013 Central Highlands<\/li><li>6B: Deccan Peninsular \u2013 Chotta Nagpur<\/li><li>6C: Deccan Peninsular \u2013 Eastern Highlands<\/li><li>6D: Deccan Peninsular \u2013 Central Plateau<\/li><li>6E: Deccan Peninsular \u2013 Deccan South<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Gangetic Plains<\/strong><ul><li>7A: Gangetic Plain \u2013 Upper Gangetic Plains<\/li><li>7B: Gangetic Plain \u2013 Lower Gangetic Plains<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>The Coasts<\/strong><ul><li>8A: Coasts \u2013 West Coast<\/li><li>8B: Coasts \u2013 East Coast<\/li><li>8C: Coasts \u2013 Lakshadweep<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Northeast India<\/strong><ul><li>9A: North-East \u2013 Brahmaputra Valley<\/li><li>9B: North-East \u2013 North East Hills<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Islands<\/strong><ul><li>10A: Islands \u2013 Andaman<\/li><li>10B: Islands \u2013 Nicobars<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Biodiversity_Biomes_and_Biogeographic_Zones_of_India\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Biodiversity, Biomes, and Biogeographic Zones of India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_does_biodiversity_refer_to\"><\/span>Q1: What does biodiversity refer to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A1: Biodiversity refers to the variety of plant and animal life in the world or within a specific habitat. It is assessed through two primary components: species richness and species evenness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_What_is_species_richness\"><\/span>Q2: What is species richness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A2: Species richness quantifies the number of different species present in a given community or area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_What_is_species_evenness\"><\/span>Q3: What is species evenness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A3: Species evenness measures the relative abundance of various species contributing to the richness of a particular area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Can_you_provide_an_example_illustrating_species_evenness\"><\/span>Q4: Can you provide an example illustrating species evenness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A4: Consider two sample forests, A and B. Forest A has 4 tigers, 5 deer, and 6 rabbits, while Forest B has 1 tiger, 6 deer, and 8 rabbits. Both samples exhibit the same species richness (3 species) and an equal total number of individuals (15). 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