Plastics Treaty Talks – India Opposes Phase-Out
Background – What is the Global Plastics Treaty? Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) India’s Stance in Geneva Annex Y – Controversial List Reasons for India’s Opposition to Global Phase-Out Broader Negotiation Dynamics Practical Realities of Porting Global Bans Implications for India Way Forward – Balanced Approach
India has set an example in lion conservation
Background – Asiatic Lion & Its Significance Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Key 2025 Census Findings Factors Behind Growth Conservation Challenges Strategic Measures Mentioned by the Minister Comparative Context – Other Big Cats in India Governance & Policy Linkages
Attempt to Save Rhinos by Giving Them Radioactive Horns
Context: Rhisotope Project (South Africa) Relevance: GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Objective and Purpose How the Technology Works: Radioisotope Tagging Project Details Significance for Global Conservation India-Specific Relevance & Ethical Dimensions Conservation Lessons for India Ethical & Legal Considerations International Cooperation & Technology Transfer Critical Insights & Policy Implications Conclusion The Rhisotope Project represents a groundbreaking shift […]
Largest Asian tortoise back in Nagaland community reserve
Species Profile: Asian Giant Tortoise Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) What Happened: Key Highlights Scientific & Ecological Aspects Background: Decline in Nagaland Role of Local Communities Institutional Support & National Significance Broader Conservation Relevance Way Forward
Pollution Control Boards have power to impose restitutionary damages
Context of the Case Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Key Legal Provisions Invoked SC’s Key Observations and Rulings Significance of the Judgment Legal Empowerment of PCBs Environmental Justice Strengthened Shift from ‘Pollution Control’ to ‘Ecological Restoration’ Current Weaknesses Addressed India-Specific Governance Relevance Institutional Strengthening Deterrence + Compensation Policy Push Needed Global Best Practices Alignment Ethical and Constitutional Dimensions […]
Mystery of African Mahogany G20 sapling solved
Background: G20 Plantation at Nehru Park Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) The Mystery Scientific & Bureaucratic Process Country-wise Sapling Details Broader G20 Tree Representation Coordination & Logistics Key Takeaways
Why the world needs better green technologies
Context & Key Question Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Silicon Photovoltaics (Si-PV): Overview Efficiency vs. Land Constraints Alternative Photovoltaic Technologies Energy & Climate Dynamics Green Hydrogen: Promise vs. Reality Proposed Alternatives Europe’s Lead: RFNBO India’s Strategic Needs Conclusion & Takeaways
Can the ICJ ruling force rich nations to pay for historical emissions?
Core of the ICJ Ruling Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Legal & Scientific Challenges Geopolitical and Enforcement Constraints Implications for Climate Reparations Domestic Leverage Potential Shift in Global Technological Dynamics Equity vs Pragmatism Future Outlook
Restoring mangroves can turn the tide on India’s coastal security
Background: What Are Mangroves? Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Ecological & Social Significance of Mangroves in India Key Threats to Mangroves India’s Mangrove Landscape State-Level Success Stories Tamil Nadu Maharashtra (Mumbai) Gujarat Policy and Institutional Support Key Takeaways for Policy
Kaziranga in Assam records third-highest tiger density in India after Bandipur
Key Highlights: Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Tiger Density Ranking (India): Kaziranga Tiger Reserve now has the third-highest tiger density in India: Reasons for Increase in Tiger Count: Methodology: Conservation Context: Challenges: Political and Administrative Response: Tigers in India – Key Facts