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Köppen Climate Classification System
The Köppen Climate Classification system, developed by Wladimir Köppen, categorizes global climates based on temperature and precipitation, crucial for ecological studies. It divides the…
GS Paper III
Environment and Ecology Notes for UPSC and State PCS
Prepare ecology, biodiversity, climate change, pollution, environmental laws, conservation and forest-related topics for Prelims and Mains.
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Terrestrial Ecosystem
Terrestrial ecosystems are crucial for understanding global biodiversity and environmental dynamics, forming the foundation of Earth's ecological balance. They are influenced by topography, altitude,…
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Functions of an Ecosystem, Food Chain, Ecological Pyramids, Biogeochemical Cycles
Understanding ecosystem functions, energy flow, food chains, food webs, and ecological pyramids is crucial for UPSC Environment & Ecology. This article explains these core…
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Ecology-Environment, Ecosystem, Ecotone, Biome
Explore fundamental concepts of Ecology, Environment, and Ecosystems crucial for UPSC and State PCS exams. Learn about the historical context, components, and levels of…
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Indian Megacities Lag in Air Pollution Control Despite Lion’s Share of Financial Support
The Swachh Vayu Survekshan (SVS) 2024 report reveals Indian megacities lag in air pollution control despite significant financial support. This report is crucial for…
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Mankidia Community Becomes the 6th PVTG to Get Habitat Rights Over Forests in Odisha
The Mankidia community in Odisha recently received habitat rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006, becoming the sixth PVTG in the state to do…
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India’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Increase Since 2021
India's greenhouse gas emissions have steadily increased, reaching 4,133.6 Mt CO₂eq/yr in 2023, driven by economic growth and fossil fuel dependence. The power industry…
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China’s Carbon Market and Its Mechanisms
China is expanding its Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) to curb greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2060. This move is crucial for…
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Reducing CO2 Emissions in India’s Transport Sector by 2050: A High-Ambition Approach
India aims to cut transport CO₂ emissions by 71% by 2050 through electrification, fuel efficiency, and modal shifts. This is crucial for India's 2070…
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Global Efforts to Save Endangered Vaquita Porpoise
The Vaquita Porpoise, the world's most endangered marine mammal, faces extinction with fewer than 10 individuals remaining. Its decline is primarily due to illegal…