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Food security in India and its challenges- Explained, pointwise

Contents1 Introduction2 India’s food production capacity3 Impact of the pandemic on Food Security4 Government measures to improve food security during the pandemic5 Challenges to food security6 Suggestions to improve food security7 Conclusion Introduction With a reduction in COVID-19 infections as the second wave weakens in India, it is important to focus on the pandemic’s disruptive… Continue reading Food security in India and its challenges- Explained, pointwise

Digging up the ocean floor for metals could prove disastrous

Source: Livemint Relevance: Marine life will be endangered if seafloor mining got commercialised. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction:3 About Polymetallic nodules:4 Challenges in seafloor mining5 Suggestions: Synopsis: The seafloor contains potato-sized rocks that contain many metals needed to make electric-car batteries. Many perceive that seabed mining as a green alternative to land-based mineral extraction—and potentially a hugely lucrative… Continue reading Digging up the ocean floor for metals could prove disastrous

Population populism: UP draft population bill fails tests of necessity, intrusiveness

Source: Down To Earth (Article 1, Article 2) Relevance: It is a critical analysis of the UP’s new proposed population policy. Synopsis: UP’s new population policy and draft law try to use punishment as a tool to control fertility levels. However, evidence shows that focusing on the education and empowerment of women can yield better results.… Continue reading Population populism: UP draft population bill fails tests of necessity, intrusiveness

The Ganga’s message

Source: The Hindu Relevance: India must take its laws on waste seriously to stop microplastics pollution. Synopsis: Microplastic pollution around the world demands the proper implementation of existing laws and global collaboration. Contents1 Introduction:2 Other challenges with the Ganga:3 Reason for microplastic increase in Ganga:4 Suggestions: Introduction: The Ganga might have stood witness to many stages… Continue reading The Ganga’s message

Significance of biocentric jurisprudence for nature – Explained, pointwise

Contents1 Introduction2 Biocentrism vs anthropocentrism3 About the Supreme Court judgment4 Why power lines are a threat to Great Indian Bustard?5 How is anthropocentrism causing damage to the environment?6 How countries resorting to Biocentrism?7 India and Biocentrism8 Suggestions in embracing Biocentrism9 Conclusion Introduction In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India has sought to move… Continue reading Significance of biocentric jurisprudence for nature – Explained, pointwise

Gudalur’s Gene Pool Garden is an example of participatory forest management

Source: Down To Earth Relevance: The success of Gene Pool Garden highlights the need for Participatory forest management. Introduction: The Gene Pool Garden was established in 1989 under the Hill Area Development Programme at the Gudalur forest division in Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. About the Gene pool garden: It is located in the Western Ghats,… Continue reading Gudalur’s Gene Pool Garden is an example of participatory forest management

India’s renewable energy plan of 175 GW by FY22-end faces multiple risks

Source: The Business Standard Relevance: There are certain problems associated with the renewable energy sector which is hurting India’s renewable energy targets. Synopsis: India is now chasing its target of 450 GW of renewable power by 2030. However, several issues, including delays in the signing of power sales agreement (PSAs) stand in the way of realising… Continue reading India’s renewable energy plan of 175 GW by FY22-end faces multiple risks

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