Q1) India’s path to achieve net zero emissions by 2070 is beset with multiple challenges. Identifying these challenges, suggest measures to help India achieve the net-zero target. (250 Words/15 Marks) Net zero emission refers to an ideal state where the amount of greenhouse gases (GHGs) added into the atmosphere is balanced by the amount of…
Q1) What are the primary challenges faced in managing Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in India? Evaluate the role of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plants in creating a more effective solid waste management paradigm. (250 Words/15 Marks) Municipal solid waste (MSW) refers to the waste generated by households and non-industrial activities in urban areas. Although, not as hazardous…
Q1) ‘Vampiric overconsumption’ of fresh water resources is threatening the global water security. Discuss the reasons for crisis of availability and access to freshwater resources. Give two examples of traditional water harvesting systems that can help improve contemporary water management strategies.  (250 Words/15 Marks) IPCC 6th Assessment Report points towards a threat to global water…
Q1) Taking the Himalayan region as a case, explore and examine the provisions and concerns with regard to the Forest Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2023. (250 Words/15 Marks) Ans. The forest conservation (amendment) Act 2023 amends the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, which was enacted to regulate the diversion of forest land for non-forest purposes. The main…
Q1) How will you explain that the anthropogenic factors enhance the intensity, increase the frequency, and amplify the impacts of natural disasters? Substantiate your answers with suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) Flood is a natural phenomenon associated with rivers. It occurs when water flow exceeds the river’s channel capacity, breaching the natural levees, entering the…
Q1) How will you explain that the anthropogenic factors enhance the intensity, increase the frequency, and amplify the impacts of natural disasters? Substantiate your answers with suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), adopted in 15th COP to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), is a global initiative that aims…
Q1) Comment on the key initiatives outlined in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, with special reference to the ’30X30’ target.  (150 Words/10 Marks) The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), adopted in 15th COP to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), is a global initiative that aims to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030;…
Q1) How is Artificial Intelligence making our lives better? Analyze the challenges associated with its use. (250 Words/15 Marks) Artificial Intelligence is a group of technologies that enable a machine, computer, or software to act with higher level of intelligence. AI systems emulate human brain’s capabilities of comprehension and decision making. AI is making our…
Q1) Harnessing the potential of traditional medicine would be a game changer for health when founded on evidence, innovation, and sustainability. Comment and discuss the steps taken by the government of India in preserving the traditional knowledge of medicine. (250 Words/15 Marks) WHO describes traditional medicine as the sum total of indigenous knowledge, skills and…
Q1) How can nanotechnology help to enhance socio-economic development in the country? (150 Words/10 Marks) Nanotechnology is a field of scientific research and innovation that deals with particles at nanoscale size (from 1-100 nanometre). The material at nanoscale is believed to show different/distinct properties in terms of its physiochemical, biological, mechanical, optical, and electronic characteristics….