Environment: Point-Wise Current-Affairs/GS Articles 2019 (Including PIB)- Download PDF
- Jan 5, 2020
1 Operation Clean Art [ Environment/Ecology ]
Clean Art is a Pan India operation to crack down the smuggling of mongoose hair. Operation Clean Art is carried out by the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau which is a statutory body working under the Ministry of Environment. The mongoose is hunted for their hair to make paintbrushes
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- Jan 2, 2020
1 Integrated Coastal Zone Management Program [ Science/Technology, Environment/Ecology ]
The pollution which is created by the humans at the coastal areas making beaches dirty and the oceans are filling with pollution. To address these issues, the integrated coastal zone management program was launched. It is working under the Ministry of Environment Forest and Clima
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- Dec 23, 2019
1 Global Bio-India Summit [ Science/Technology, Environment/Ecology, Agriculture/Agro Industries ]
First Global Bio-India Summit-2019 was organized in New Delhi from 21st to 23rd November, 2019. This Summit was organized by the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology and co-organized by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council. Th
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- Dec 19, 2019
1 Plastic Waste in Development of Roads [ Health, Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects, Committees/Govt. Bodies ]
Non-Biodegradable plastic waste is one of the biggest threats to the environment and human health. To tackle the challenges of plastic waste the Ministry of Road Transport and Highway converting plastic waste with the Bitumen to build green, all-weather sustainable roads and High
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2 Swachh-Nirmal Tat Abhiyaan [ Health, Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects, Committees/Govt. Bodies ]
Swachh-Nirmal Tat Abhiyaan is launched under the Union Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) to create awareness about drive and cleanliness program in 50 identified beaches. The beaches were identified from 10 coastal States/UTs these are Andhra Pradesh, Ke
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- Dec 10, 2019
1 Sambhar Lake [ Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth ]
Sambhar Lake is India’s biggest inland salt water lake and UNESCO world heritage site located at Jaipur district in Rajasthan. It is protected under the Ramsar Convention which has a global recognition to conserve wetlands. It is host to lots of migratory birds mainly Flamingo’s.
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2 Mangroves of Sundarbans Wetland [ Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth ]
The mangroves are considered as salt tolerant plants being adaptable to harsh conditions in climatic conditions in coastal regions. Mangroves can withstand higher temperature; higher humidity and can stand strong winds. It provides protection to the coastal communities.
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- Dec 9, 2019
1 India’S Noise Regulation Rules [ Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth ]
Noise pollution is the propagation of noise with harmful impacts on the human activity or animal life occurring mainly due to human activities. Ambient noise levels have been increasing from various sources. like industrial activity, loudspeakers, music systems, noise from the ve
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- Dec 2, 2019
1 Single Use Plastics Rise of Plastic Consumption in India [ Environment/Ecology ]
Single Use Plastics or Disposable plastics include items intended to be used only once before they are thrown away or recycled. Some of the examples include plastic bags, straws, coffee stirrers, soda and water bottles and most food packaging. The Prime Minister of India at the S
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2 Tiger Conservation in Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam and Andhra Pradesh [ Environment/Ecology ]
The number of tigers in Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve (NSTR) in Andhra Pradesh has increased by efforts taken by Tiger Conservation Foundation (TCF). Nagarjuna-Srisailam Tiger Reserve is also the largest tiger reserve and it spreads over five districts of Andhra Pradesh
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- Nov 28, 2019
1 Wastelands the Land Resource Department [ Environment/Ecology ]
The National Remote Sensing Centre prepared a wasteland Atlas being released by the Land Resource Department. Degraded forests, overgrazed pastures, drought-struck pastures, eroded valleys, hilly slopes, waterlogged marshy lands, barren land etc constitute to Wastelands.
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- Nov 25, 2019
1 Rise of Sea Level [ Environment/Ecology, Disaster Management ]
Rise of Sea Level includes increase in the Global emissions which are leading to global warming and climate changes. Increase in the temperature would lead to increase in the volume of seawater and increase in the Global temperature would lead to melting of glaciers both are
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- Nov 22, 2019
1 Stubble Burning Created Havoc in Delhi [ Environment/Ecology, Agriculture/Agro Industries ]
People in Delhi NCR are facing one of the worst ever spells of air pollutions since the end of Diwali 2019. The burning of stubble in Punjab and Haryana and parts of Uttar Pradesh cause a lot of air pollution in Northern India and mostly in Delhi NCR. Some of the factors causing
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- Nov 15, 2019
1 Snow Leopard Survey [ Environment/Ecology ]
The International Union for Conservation of Nature and natural resources (IUCN) reclassified the snow leopard from endangered to the vulnerable category in the IUCN red list on 14 September 2019. India is planning for the first time to survey on snow leopard population and its ge
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- Oct 14, 2019
1 A New Species Cryodrakon Boreas Identified [ Science/Technology, Environment/Ecology ]
A new species named Cryodrakon Boreas has been identified by the Paleontologists in Western Canada. This species is believed to have flown over the heads of dinosaurs. Paleontologists are the person who studies fossil animals and plants. The Cryodrakon boreas has a wingspan of 10
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- Sep 26, 2019
1 Ban on Single Use Plastic Materials by the Indian Railways [ Policy/Governance, Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth ]
All regional offices have been asked by the Union Ministry of Railways to ensure complete removal of single-use plastics from all railways stations effective from 2 October 2019. The main aim is to shield the environment from menace of plastic. All plastic material with less than
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- Sep 18, 2019
1 Innovation for Clean Air Initiative Launched in Bengaluru [ International Relations/Organizations, Environment/Ecology ]
In a significant development towards Clean Air Initiative, India and UK have together launched a two year joint initiative at Bengaluru (Capital of Karnataka). The main aim is to provide a unique air quality measurement system by integrating satellite and sensor data thereby sup
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- Sep 17, 2019
1 Ocean Energy Received Renewable Energy Status [ Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth, Geography ]
The Ocean Energy has now been assigned Renewable Energy status by the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). Hereafter energy produced using various forms of ocean energy such as tidal, wave and ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) will be considered as Renewable En
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- Sep 13, 2019
1 Tamil Yeoman Tamil Nadu’S State Butterfly [ Environment/Ecology ]
Butterfly species Tamil yeoman (Cirrochroa thais) has been officially declared as state butterfly of Tamil Nadu. Earlier this species was notified by an order on lines of the State Tree (Palm), Bird (Emerald Dove), Flower (Gloriosa) and Animal (Nilgiri Tahr). Cirrochroa thais is
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- Sep 11, 2019
1 New Lizard Species Named After Lord Indra [ Science/Technology, Environment/Ecology ]
A new lizard species has been found in micro raptor stomach and it has been named after Lord Indra. This lizard represents a new species-Indrasaurus Wangi unlike any previously known. Microraptor is a genus of small, four-winged paravian dinosaurs who would normally eat fish, mam
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- Sep 9, 2019
1 Decline in Paddle Stubble Burning by 41% (Policies and Governance, Environment) [ Policy/Governance, Environment/Ecology ]
As per the Union Minister there has been a reduction of 41 % in stubble burning cases in UP, Punjab, Haryana in 2018 as compared to 2016. Various government efforts were put in for consideration under Central Sector Scheme (CSS) on ‘Promotion of Agricultural Mechanization for In-
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- Sep 6, 2019
1 Depression Over Southeast Arabian Sea & Lakshadweep Area [ Environment/Ecology, Geography ]
A Low pressure zone was created over Southeast Arabian Sea and along the east central regions of the Arabian Sea. This included the adjoining areas of Lakshadweep. Under favourable environmental conditions, it intensified into a depression over the same region in the morning arou
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- Aug 24, 2019
1 Steps Being Taken to Control Spread of Fall Army Worm [ Policy/Governance, Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth ]
The Department under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is taking several steps to control the spread of Fall Army Worm in the country. The term “armyworm” can be referred to several species with invasive behaviour on a massive scale at larval stage.
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- Aug 16, 2019
1 The Volcanic Eruption in Papua New Guinea [ Environment/Ecology, Disaster Management, Geography ]
Papua New Guinea has the most active volcanoes in the South West Pacific. The Ulawun Volcano being one of the world’s most hazardous erupted on 26th June 2019. Earlier in the month of June 2019 two massive volcanic eruptions took place in Papua New Guinea
A massive spewing lava h
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- Aug 15, 2019
1 Plastic Cleaning Mushrooms [ Environment/Ecology ]
In a major breakthrough in the field of Science & Technology, the Scientists have developed such mushrooms that can eat plastics. These mushrooms are capable of living without oxygen and can flourish even at the bottom of a landfill for instance.
These mushrooms could be used to
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- Aug 9, 2019
1 Air Conditioning is the World’S Next Big Threat [ Environment/Ecology ]
Air conditioning has played a significant role in driving global prosperity and happiness over the past few decades by letting people work even in extreme hot conditions. According to the International Energy Agency because of the combination of population growth, rising incomes,
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- Aug 8, 2019
1 International Day for Biological Diversity Celebrated Across the Country [ International Relations/Organizations, Environment/Ecology ]
The International Day for Biological Diversity (or World Biodiversity Day) is a United Nations–sanctioned international day for the promotion of biodiversity issues. It is currently held on May 22. The International Day for Biological Diversity 2019 celebrations focuses on biodiv
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- Aug 6, 2019
1 Stubble Burning Issue & Supreme Court’S Observations [ Environment/Ecology, Down-to-Earth ]
Intentionally setting fire to the straw stubble that remains after grains, like paddy, wheat, etc. , after harvesting is known as Stubble burning. The practice was widespread until the 1990s, when governments increasingly restricted its use.
Farmers in the neighboring states Har
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- Jul 30, 2019
1 Campaign Launched to Raise Awareness on Illegal Wildlife Trade [ Environment/Ecology, Geography ]
An awareness campaign named ‘Not all animals migrate by choice’ was launched ahead of International Day of Biological Diversity celebrated on May 22. This campaign was displayed at major airports across India.
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2 The Teenage Climate activist nominated for Nobel Peace Prize [ International Relations/Organizations, Environment/Ecology, Awards, Newspaper Editorials ]
Greta Thunberg is a Swedish school girl who has inspired an international movement to fight climate change. She has been nominated as a candidate to receive this year’s Nobel Peace Prize.
She was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by three Norwegian Lawmakers.
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- Jul 12, 2019
1 In the Wayanad District of Kerala 5 Cases of Monkey Fever Have Been Confirmed [ Health, Environment/Ecology ]
Karnataka is reeling under an outbreak of monkey fever or Kyasanur forest disease (KFD). Authorities are taking measures, including vaccination to combat disease and spread of it in the state. Among 10 suspected cases of monkey fever reported, 5 of them were confirmed to be of as
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- Jul 5, 2019
1 Kumbh Sanitation Plan [ Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects ]
The Kumbh Mela of 2019 succeeded in a big way to send out a message of sanitation to the society. Kumbh Mela is being held in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj from January 15 to March 4. Nearly lakhs of pilgrims attend this fair over the course of approximately 55 auspicious days to bat
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- Jun 27, 2019
1 Electricity Production Using Falling Snow [ Science/Technology, Environment/Ecology, Geography ]
Device has been designed as only a first of its kind 3D Printed Device that can produce electricity from falling snow by the researchers at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) .
The device is called snow based triboelectric Nano-generator or snow TENG. It generates char
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- Jun 12, 2019
1 Initiatives Taken Towards Combating & Adapting to Climate Change Has Been Released [ Environment/Ecology ]
A publication in New Delhi on climate actions in India titled “India – Spearheading Climate Solutions” released by Union Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change. This publication mentions key actions India has taken under various sectors towards combating & adapting to c
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- Jun 11, 2019
1 Initiative to Combat Marine Pollution Launched by India & Norway [ International Relations/Organizations, Environment/Ecology ]
A letter of Intent establishing India-Norway Marine Pollution Initiative together with Norwegian ministry of Foreign Affairs signed by Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change. The Indian & Norwegian governments agreed to work more closely on oceans by signing MoU & esta
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- May 11, 2019
1 Expected Questions in Environment & Latest Developments 2019 – IAS/NET ( Part-3) (Set-2) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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- May 10, 2019
1 Expected Questions in Environment & Latest Developments 2019 – IAS/NET ( Part-3) (Set-1) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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- May 9, 2019
1 🌟 Nuclear Waste Disposal [ Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects ]
The solid wastes generated from nuclear facilities, depending upon their radioactivity content are stored/disposed of in engineered structures such as stone lined trenches, reinforced concrete trenches and tile holes. These structures are designed on multi-barrier principle for
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2 🌟 Govt. Programs/Schemes for Promotion of Grid Interactive Renewable Energy [ Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects ]
The Government is already implementing various programs/schemes for promotion of grid interactive renewable energy such as solar, wind, bio-power and small hydropower in the country. Waiver of Inter State Transmission System (ISTS) charges and losses for inter-state sale of solar
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- May 5, 2019
1 Launch of Dealer Owned Dealer Operated Model for Setting Up CNG Stations by Private Players [ Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects ]
The Dealer Owned Dealer Operated (DODO) model for setting up CNG stations launched by Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas & Skill Development & Entrepreneurship. General guidelines for schemes, under which entire earmarked dealer plot shall be developed exclusively for setting up
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- Apr 18, 2019
1 Millions of Fish Dead in Australia in Menindee [ Environment/Ecology ]
“Hundreds of thousands” of fish have died in drought-stricken Australia in the last few days and more mass deaths are likely to occur, the authorities warned. “Further fish deaths in the Darling River are anticipated as a significant number of fish have been observed under stress
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- Apr 16, 2019
1 Expected Questions in Environment & Latest Developments 2019 – IAS/NET ( Part- 2) (SET-2) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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2 Expected Questions in Environment Latest Developments 2019-IAS/NET (Part- 2) (SET-1) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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3 Expected Questions in Environment & Latest Developments 2019 – IAS/NET ( Part- 2) (SET-3) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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- Apr 15, 2019
1 UNDP Small Grants Programme (SGP) Inaugurated [ Environment/Ecology ]
A Workshop on MoEFCC-Global Environment Facility, UNDP Small Grants Programme (SGP) was inaugurated in New Delhi by Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC). UNDP has been supporting the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
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- Apr 9, 2019
1 📹 Expected Questions on Environment & Latest Developments 2019 - IAS/(Part-1) (Set-3) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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- Apr 8, 2019
1 📹 Expected Questions on Environment & Latest Developments 2019 – IAS/NET (Part-1) - (Set 1) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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2 📹 Expected Questions on Environment & Latest Developments 2019 - IAS/(Part-1) (Set-2) [ Environment/Ecology ]
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- Apr 2, 2019
1 🌟 Schemes Taken by Government for Conservation and Promotion of Medicinal Plants [ Health, Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects ]
As per information of the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), an organization under Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change estimated more than 8,000 species of medicinal plants are found in India.
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- Mar 26, 2019
1 🌟 St. Petersburg Declaration in 2010: Two Day International Stock Taking Conference [ Environment/Ecology ]
The third Stock Taking Conference on Tiger Conservation was inaugurated in New Delhi. Third in a series of Stock Taking Conferences, this is the second to be held in India after 2012 and is expected to have wide ranging discussions on the status of the Global Tiger Recovery Prog
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- Mar 11, 2019
1 Establishment of Defence Parks [ Environment/Ecology, Defense ]
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) under Ministry of Commerce and Industry had received two project proposals to establish Defence Parks under Modified Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation Scheme (MIIUS).
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- Mar 6, 2019
1 Sixth National Report to the Convention of Biological Diversity (CBD) [ Environment/Ecology ]
India submitted its sixth national report (NR6) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) highlighting the progress it has made in achieving the 12 National Biodiversity Targets (NBT) set under the convention process.
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- Mar 5, 2019
1 Continuation of Rastriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram Scheme for the Period 2017-18 to 2019-2020 [ Education, Environment/Ecology, Govt. Schemes/Projects ]
Cabinet approved the continuation of Rastriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram Scheme for the Period 2017 - 18 to 2019 - 2020 with budget outlay of Rs. 1160 crore as recommended by EFC The Scheme beneficiaries are the youth in the age-group of 15 - 29 years, in line with the definiti
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- Feb 28, 2019
1 🌟 Go Green Initiatives in Indian Railways [ Environment/Ecology, Railways ]
Railways have undertaken some major initiatives to Go Green. The details of the areas/activities identified and their present status are as under: Ministry of Railways has planned to set up 1000 Mega Watt (MW) solar power by 2020 - 21 which would help Railways to source about 10
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