{"id":32849,"date":"2024-03-07T07:59:15","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T07:59:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=32849"},"modified":"2024-03-07T07:59:19","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T07:59:19","slug":"national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC) &#8211; UPSC Environment Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC) was among the eight missions initiated by the Prime Minister as part of the National Climate Change Action Plan (NAPCC).&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its primary aim was to establish a robust network with existing knowledge institutions to enhance capacity building and deepen understanding of critical climate processes and risks.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The mission strives to cultivate a dynamic and vibrant knowledge ecosystem that underpins national policy formulation and action, ensuring effective responses to climate change challenges without compromising the country&#8217;s developmental goals.<\/li><\/ul>\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-69e164ff9e453\" 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\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e164ff9e453\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#NMSKCC-_Objectives\" title=\"NMSKCC- Objectives\">NMSKCC- Objectives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#NMSKCC-_Area_of_Focus\" title=\"NMSKCC- Area of Focus\">NMSKCC- Area of Focus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#NMSKCC-_Elements_of_Implementation\" title=\"NMSKCC- Elements of Implementation\">NMSKCC- Elements of Implementation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#NMSKCC-_Proposed_Approach\" title=\"NMSKCC- Proposed Approach\">NMSKCC- Proposed Approach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_National_Mission_on_Strategic_Knowledge_for_Climate_Change_NMSKCC\" title=\"FAQs &#8211; National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)\">FAQs &#8211; National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#1_What_is_the_National_Mission_on_Strategic_Knowledge_for_Climate_Change_NMSKCC\" title=\"1. What is the National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)?\">1. What is the National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#2_What_are_the_primary_objectives_of_the_NMSKCC\" title=\"2. What are the primary objectives of the NMSKCC?\">2. What are the primary objectives of the NMSKCC?<\/a><\/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\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#3_How_does_the_NMSKCC_plan_to_achieve_its_goals\" title=\"3. How does the NMSKCC plan to achieve its goals?\">3. How does the NMSKCC plan to achieve its goals?<\/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\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#4_What_are_the_key_areas_of_focus_under_the_NMSKCC\" title=\"4. What are the key areas of focus under the NMSKCC?\">4. What are the key areas of focus under the NMSKCC?<\/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\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-upsc-environment-notes\/#5_How_will_the_implementation_of_the_NMSKCC_be_monitored\" title=\"5. How will the implementation of the NMSKCC be monitored?\">5. How will the implementation of the NMSKCC be monitored?<\/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\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/national-mission-on-strategic-knowledge-for-climate-change-nmskcc-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=\"NMSKCC-_Objectives\"><\/span><strong>NMSKCC- Objectives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Establishment of Knowledge Networks: Create networks among existing knowledge institutions engaged in climate science research to facilitate data sharing and exchange through appropriate institutional frameworks.<\/li><li>Formation of International Technology Monitoring Organizations: Establish international technology monitoring organizations with the institutional capacity to conduct studies on technology selection for risk reduction and development.<\/li><li>Enhancement of Country&#8217;s Simulation Capacity: Increase the nation&#8217;s capacity to simulate regional climate change effects on various ecological zones and living conditions.<\/li><li>Research and Development Focus: Foster research networks and study how climate change impacts key socioeconomic sectors like agriculture, health, ecosystems, biodiversity, and coastal zones.<\/li><li>Development of Conceptual Knowledge: Develop conceptual knowledge necessary for defining sustainable development pathways in the context of climate change actions.<\/li><li>Awareness Enhancement: Increase knowledge and awareness of climate change issues among stakeholders.<\/li><li>Strengthening Indigenous Capacity: Strengthen indigenous capacity to develop appropriate climate change adaptation and mitigation technologies for sustainable economic growth.<\/li><li>Building Institutional Capacity: Enhance institutional capability for research infrastructure to improve accuracy and sector-specific climate change scenarios across the Indian subcontinent.<\/li><li>Human Resources Development: Promote the movement and creation of human resources by incentivizing young scientists to pursue careers in climate science.<\/li><li>Alliances and Collaborations: Form alliances and collaborations through international and bilateral agreements in climate change research and technology development.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NMSKCC-_Area_of_Focus\"><\/span><strong>NMSKCC- Area of Focus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Data Gathering and Information Sharing: Establish data-sharing policies and frameworks to gather climate change data and strategically disseminate knowledge across government branches.<\/li><li>Knowledge Gap Identification: Identify knowledge gaps and establish international technology watch groups to aid in technology selection and prioritization.<\/li><li>Institutional Infrastructure Development: Invest in physical, intellectual, and policy infrastructure to build a strong network of specialized centers focused on climate change.<\/li><li>Extra Mural Research and Development: Advance research, development, and innovation on climate science, technology, and applications through nationally coordinated programs.<\/li><li>International Collaboration: Enhance international collaboration on science and technology for climate change through strategic partnerships.<\/li><li>Policy Formulation Support: Contribute to policy formulation for sustainable development and climate change adaptation within a responsive framework.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NMSKCC-_Elements_of_Implementation\"><\/span><strong>NMSKCC- Elements of Implementation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Monitoring Mechanism: Establish three oversight committees to monitor progress and submit reports to the Prime Minister&#8217;s Council.<\/li><li>Approval Mechanism: Implement an interministerial approval mechanism based on the Committee of Secretaries.<\/li><li>Mission Director: Appoint a Mission Director to coordinate implementation and work with relevant committees and institutions.<\/li><li>Coordination Mechanism: Establish a coordination mechanism with mirror sites in the Ministry of Environment and Forests and Ministry of Earth Sciences, along with a coordination cell in the Department of Science and Technology led by the Mission Director.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NMSKCC-_Proposed_Approach\"><\/span>NMSKCC- Proposed Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Prioritize existing and upcoming programs and increase the resolution of regional climate change impacts.<\/li><li>Enhance the nation&#8217;s capacity to evaluate technological futures for major industries.<\/li><li>Expand current inventory efforts under existing systems.<\/li><li>Set priorities in key thematic areas and leverage existing delivery methods.<\/li><li>Create knowledge networks using a hub-and-spoke design, connecting research support systems.<\/li><li>Establish new knowledge institutions where necessary and utilize existing capabilities.<\/li><li>Develop and deliver knowledge products for various levels of usage, including international negotiations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_National_Mission_on_Strategic_Knowledge_for_Climate_Change_NMSKCC\"><\/span><strong>FAQs &#8211; National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_National_Mission_on_Strategic_Knowledge_for_Climate_Change_NMSKCC\"><\/span>1. What is the National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The NMSKCC is one of the eight missions launched under the National Climate Change Action Plan (NAPCC) by the Prime Minister. It aims to establish a robust network with existing knowledge institutions to enhance capacity building and deepen understanding of critical climate processes and risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_the_primary_objectives_of_the_NMSKCC\"><\/span>2. What are the primary objectives of the NMSKCC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The objectives include establishing knowledge networks, forming international technology monitoring organizations, enhancing simulation capacity, focusing on research and development, developing conceptual knowledge, increasing awareness, strengthening indigenous capacity, building institutional capacity, developing human resources, and fostering alliances and collaborations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_does_the_NMSKCC_plan_to_achieve_its_goals\"><\/span>3. How does the NMSKCC plan to achieve its goals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The mission focuses on various areas such as data gathering and sharing, identifying knowledge gaps, developing institutional infrastructure, advancing research and development, enhancing international collaboration, and supporting policy formulation. It also emphasizes monitoring progress, obtaining approvals, appointing a mission director, and establishing coordination mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_are_the_key_areas_of_focus_under_the_NMSKCC\"><\/span>4. What are the key areas of focus under the NMSKCC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The areas of focus include data gathering and information sharing, knowledge gap identification, institutional infrastructure development, extra-mural research and development, international collaboration, and policy formulation support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_will_the_implementation_of_the_NMSKCC_be_monitored\"><\/span>5. 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