MoEF&CC’s U-turn to Merge Four Environmental Bodies
Context: In June, the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) issued a notification reversing its earlier decision to merge four important bodies – National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), Forest Survey of India (FSI), Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), and Central Zoo Authority (CZA). Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: […]
About The Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Context: The Madras High Court recently directed the Central government to release funds to relocate all 495 residents of the Thengumarahada village in Tamil Nadu (TN), as the village falls within the protected area of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Mudumalai Tiger Reserve Terrain: Habitat: Flora: Fauna: Film Connection: -Source: […]
What are Microplastics?
Context: A team of scientists in China recently found microplastics in the human heart for the first time. Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic debris that are smaller than 5 mm in length, tinier than even a grain of rice. There are two types […]
World Elephant Day 2023
Context: Recently, on the occasion of World Elephant Day, the Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and Labour and Employment highlighted various initiatives and accomplishments in India’s elephant conservation journey. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: World Elephant Day Campaign Inception: Founders and Initiators: Objectives: Key Highlights of Elephants: […]
Indian Flying Fox bat
Context: A new study found that India’s largest species of bats, Indian Flying Fox bat spends 7% of its day-roosting time being environmentally vigilant. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology About Indian Flying Fox Bat The Indian Flying Fox Bat is a notable species of flying fox native to the Indian subcontinent. Here are key […]
Exploring the Himalayan Vulture
Context: Recently, the Assam State Zoo in Guwahati has achieved a groundbreaking feat by successfully breeding the elusive Himalayan vulture (Gyps himalayensis) in captivity for the first time in India. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Exploring the Himalayan Vulture Conservation Status: Impressive Characteristics: Habitat and Range: Ecosystem Role: Captive Breeding […]
About Plastic Overshoot Day
Context: The Plastic Overshoot Day Report by Swiss-based research consultancy Earth Action (EA) sheds light on the alarming issue of plastic pollution and its implications on the environment. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Major Findings of the Report on Plastic Overshoot Day: Plastic Overshoot Day is determined based on a […]
Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2021
Context: The Rajya Sabha passed the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill 2021 about a week after it was cleared by the Lok Sabha. The Act aims to conserve biodiversity, promote its sustainable use and equitable sharing of benefits that arise therein. Relevance: GS-III: Environment and Ecology (Conservation of Environment and Ecology) Dimensions of the Article: Biological […]
About the Seagrass Meadows
Context: Scuba divers in Northern Germany are extracting seagrass shoots to replant in barren areas, aiming to combat climate change and revive these ocean carbon sinks. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Seagrass Meadows: Significance of Seagrass Meadows: Concern: Decline of Seagrass Habitats Report Findings: Causes of Seagrass Loss: Seagrasses […]
Graded Response Action Plan
Context: Recently, the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR & Adjoining Areas (CAQM) announced revision of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) which will come into force w.e.f. 1st October, 2023 in the entire National Capital Region. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What is the Graded Response Action Plan? […]